Capitalism plants a market push into North Korea
Our View argues that post sanctions moves by Coca Cola Pepsi and Globalstar signal a capitalist opening in North Korea. The piece notes U S policy shifts and cites Coca Cola and Pepsi plans alongside Globalstar calls for future officials tourists and businesspeople. It warns of the challenges ahead but endorses the move as a step toward reforms and longer term openness.
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Gore fund-raising probe urged. Reno stands firm
Thomas lauds calls for a special counsel into Gore fund-raising tactics at the 1996 coffees and California temple donations. Reno resists, citing earlier refusals and the expired independent counsel law, while Gore aides push back and blame politics.
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Marijuana advocate labeled a martyr in drug war argument
Jacob Sullum notes Peter McWilliams, jailed on federal marijuana charges, is seen as a martyr amid a clash over medical use and legal limits. The piece discusses his failed medical defense, bail conditions, and his death, framing the McWilliams McCormick case around the politics of Proposition 215 and Schedule I status.
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