U S Russian venture hires ex KGB general for Western clients
A Virginia based security company with former law enforcement and military experts partners with a retired CIA official to offer services for Western executives and stars in Russia. They plan a one stop package including office space checks, Russian firm assessments, and high level security, alongside a project to recover one of Jimmy Doolittle’s 1942 B-25 bombers from Vladivostok.
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U S to restore aid to Guatemala after election
The United States will resume government aid to Guatemala following the election of Ramiro de Leon Carpio as president. State Department officials, including Clifton Wharton, will inform de Leon Carpio of the restored aid during a visit to Guatemala City this week. The move reverses actions taken after Jorge Serrano seized power, with about 30 million dollars affected.
Clinton's mom's Las Vegas 70th birthday bash
In Las Vegas a Clinton fund raiser hosted a party at Dr. Elias Ghanem's home to celebrate Virginia Kelley turning 70. Wayne Newton and Col. Tom Parker helped, Elvis’s associate, as President Clinton spoke from the White House. About 50 attendees, with Chelsea’s upcoming eighth grade graduation mentioned.
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Clinton picks insider for high level position
President Clinton named Mark Gearan, an insider who managed Gore’s campaign, as communications director to repair the White House image. Dee Dee Myers remains, with expanded duties as press secretary. David Gergen, new presidential counselor, signaled future staff changes as the administration seeks to regain momentum.
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National petition against TV violence aims for industry changes
Washington AP reports a national petition drive launched by the Citizens Task Force on TV Violence seeks signatures from groups including the International Association of Chiefs of Police. Citizens are urged to sign before an August 2 Los Angeles meeting of broadcast, cable, and film executives, part of the Television Violence Act response and debate in Congress.
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Group criticizes decency test for NEA arts grants
Washington AP report says artists groups condemn the Clinton administration for keeping decency restrictions on National Endowment for the Arts grants. The NEA budget rules require decency standards, a case challenged since 1992, with Bush approving the appeal and Clinton defending it amid ongoing court action by artists and cultural groups.
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White House plans for presidential medical care and power transfer
The Clinton administration adopted plans for presidential illness or injury and a transfer of authority to the vice president. White House physician Dr. Lawrence Mohr said procedures, developed under Bush and adopted by Clinton, ensure the president’s access to top medical talent, Air Force One clinics, and advance emergency routing for travel.
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