Hate letter fuels hate crime call to action in Beckley
A racist letter addressed to President Clinton warned of Nazism and urged white supremacy, found at a Beckley church. The Raleigh Area Coalition for Equality RACE urges demonstrations from 6 p.m. at the College of West Virginia to counter hate with love, while churches promote equality and unity. Three copies exist, with more possible. police urged to receive any found letters.
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West Virginia blast bill aims to shift proof burden
A pledge to hear both sides on coal blasting damage in West Virginia faces scrutiny as lawmakers consider Johnson's bill to shift damage proof from homeowners to blasting companies. The interim committee plans talks with miners and victims, seeking a fair study while King Coal is named in past manipulation warnings.
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Paranoia Meets a School Psych Plan in Clinton Era Debate
Orlando Sentinel columnist Parker critiques a federal plan to curb school violence by adding psychology screening for teachers and counselors. He warns of overreach, bias, and loss of freedom, while noting officials urge caution and targeted, preventive approaches.
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Safe food via cooking not irradiation, says Scripps Howard
National view argues the food supply is reasonably safe and supports education on irradiation for meat. It mocks calls for more inspectors and bureacracy and cites FDA’s late approval as delay. It advocates practical cooking as protection and stresses public reassurance.
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Clinton Seeks Early Moscow Summit Amid Global Tensions
Clinton plans a Moscow summit tentatively in early September after Beijing, aiming to boost Russian reforms and secure nuclear safeguards. The visit also seeks joint steps on Kosovo, Iraq sanctions, and nuclear arms reduction, with domestic and foreign policy aims aligning.
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