Lott under fire over Dixiecrat remark at Thurmond birthday
Senator Trent Lott faces broad criticism for praising Strom Thurmond and implying the South would have solved past problems if the nation had followed Mississippi’s lead in 1948. Critics deem the Dixiecrat stance racist and demand accountability from Republicans and the Senate leadership.
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Girls Club Christmas Bazaar Attendees Noted
Amy Corty and Bobbi Huff joined the Girls' Club Kids' Christmas Bazaar event as part of community activities. Sylvia Helton of Roswell wed Louis Felipe de Torre Balli in a local ceremony. City workers Arthur Jones and Justo Morales were awarded 25 year service pins by Mayor Jerry Smith.
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Johnson interview reveals drug views and libertarian streak
The Playboy Q A with Gov. Gary Johnson covers drugs, guns, abortion, education, immigration and fitness. Johnson says he supports marijuana legalization, not heroin, and argues for parental honesty with kids about drugs. He describes insomnia linked to pot use and reflects on his ski racing youth and political stance.
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This Day in History Highlights Key 1791 and 1966 Events
December 15 marks the 349th day of 2002 with notable events including the 1791 Bill of Rights taking effect, Sitting Bull killed in 1890, Verdun victory in 1916, the Glenn Miller disappearance in 1944, Eichmann's 1961 death sentence, Gemini 6 and 7 near in 1965, and Walt Disney's death in 1966.
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Lott remarks spark controversy at Thurmond birthday tribute
The Cheney Christmas reception buzzed over Trent Lott's 1948 Dixiecrat praise for Strom Thurmond. Critics call it a dangerous pick for 2000 politics as Democrats accuse Republicans of courting a new black voter bloc while Byrd’s Klan past is noted.
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Drought and Beetles Devastate New Mexico Pinion Trees
Archaeologists note pifíen nuts have fed New Mexico peoples for 15 000 years and supported wildlife. Droughts and bark beetle infestations decimate ancient pinion stands, with trees dying as pests attack weakened hosts. The pifíen tree grows slowly, yielding sporadic crops after long lags.
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