Clinton considers Babbitt as possible Supreme Court pick
Clinton weighs Bruce Babbitt as a potential nominee while weighing other candidates such as Merritt Breyer and Ruth Bader Ginsburg. The article notes Babbitt’s status as front runner with concerns about bench experience and his background in Arizona politics.
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Babbitt environmental backers fear loss to Supreme Court
Washington AP reports Bruce Babbitt faces potential Supreme Court nomination prompting dismay among his environmental supporters. Figures like Fred Krupp of the Environmental Defense Fund and Dale Pontius of American Rivers warn the nation could lose a strong Interior secretary if he moves to the court.
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County, City debate jail crowding after hunger strike
County and city officials weigh options following a 31 hour Memorial Day protest by 24 prisoners demanding better jail conditions. Sheriff Brookshire acknowledges valid complaints but says some demands require Commissioners Court action. County to lease city jail beds and partner with Medical Center Hospital to wash blankets. shortages of supplies and cleaning materials cited.
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Private jail project eyed for Permian Basin
County Judge Jim Jordan notes if interest is strong, a site will be selected and financing arranged with construction possible within four months and completion by fall 1994. If interest fades, predevelopment costs fall to the contractor. The plan envisions Corplan managing finance build and operation with counties like Ector and Midland paying 28.30 per day per prisoner and owning the jail after 20 years.
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Supreme Court splits on graduation prayer and school access
The high court limited clergy led graduation prayers while allowing student led expressions. In a New York case Justice White held schools may bar faith groups from facilities but must avoid blanket religious discrimination. Separately the court addressed banking, searches, and a Pennsylvania child pornography appeal.
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Lawsuits mark two year anniversary of Fort Worth murder
Fort Worth attorneys mark the second anniversary of the Donald Thomas killing with new lawsuits alleging factors behind the racially motivated slaying. Plaintiffs include Stephen Sloan and family members, naming three teenagers once convicted, their parents, a record company, and a gas station employee for alleged assault, emotional distress, civil responsibility, and illegal beer sales to minors. The teens faced prior convictions with the triggerman Trey Roberts serving 40 years, Joshua Hendry 15 years, and Christopher Brosky 10 years probation after testifying.
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