No sympathy for editors in Zimbabwe press control
In 1980 Zimbabwe began state controlling most newspapers through the Mass Media Trust under Mugabe. The Ministry of Information denied foreign claims of state control, while editors who failed to endorse the party line were replaced. The Star (Johannesburg) notes the harsh fate of political lickspittles in a government press system.
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Zimbabwe
Robert Mugabe
South African Argus Group
Nigeria
Mass Media Trust
Ministry of Information
Mugabe
Muammar Gaddafi
Star
Johannesburg
South Africa
Agreement good omen for missile defense talks
The Sunday agreement between Russia and the United States on continuing negotiations over missile defense and nuclear disarmament signals rising prospects for unity on the defense shield. The deal suggests improving dialogue between two powers and may curb pressure from Russia and China alliances, with hopes for reduced arsenals and stronger peace.
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U.S
Russia
China
U.S.A
Letter to the editor on public life and personal integrity
A reader argues that a public official's private conduct reflects on his fitness for office. A man's character is consistent at work and in his personal life, and breaches like marital infidelity suggest susceptibility to corruption and accepting campaign misdeeds. The author condemns excuses from party loyalists.
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Condit/Levy
25 Years Ago Today Canoe Demo At Red Cross Class
On July 30 1976 Red Cross swimming class members staged a free canoe ride demonstration. Participants included Tom Cargill Cathy Richardson Becky Archuleta and Bob Church with details of ages and addresses. The piece also notes Library Board president Mrs Paul Kelly Jr mentions possible federal matching funds for a $1.25 million library bond if voters reject it in September. Barry Carter earned his Doctor of Optometry cum laude from Southern California College of Optometry and will take board exams in Arizona California and New Mexico.
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Red Cross
Tom Cargill
Jack T. Cargill
Chrysler Drive
Cathy Richardson
Balois Richardson
Greenwood Drive
Becky Archuleta
Manuel Archuleta
N. Greenwood Ave
Bob Church
Clifford Church
S. Kentucky Ave
Paul Kelly Jr
Library Board
Barry Carter
Southern California College of Optometry
Fullerton
Arizona
California
New Mexico
Legislature targets PRC in Albuquerque area code fallout
New Mexico lawmakers form a six member subcommittee to review the Public Regulation Commission after criticism it wields too much power. The PRC unified the PUC and SCC three years ago and oversees area code changes including the 575 shift, drawing political pressure from Albuquerque and surrounding districts.
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Santa FE
State
Public Regulation Commission
PRC
New Mexico
Public Utility Commission
State Corporation Commission
Albuquerque-Santa Fe
Senate
House
Rep
Danice Picroux
Ted Hobbs
Albuquerque
William Payne
Michael Sanchez
Belen
Tim Jennings
Roswell
Ken Martinez
Grants
Commission
Rush
Tony Schaefer
Schaefer
Vince Martinez
Eric Serna
PUC
SCC
Jay Miller
Millerjay
Qwest
Tax relief checks spark partisan debate in Washington
The piece follows readers through receipt of the government tax rebate and tracks how liberal and conservative lawmakers plan to use or distribute their checks. It notes Ted Kennedy spending on energy bills and Daschle donating to charity while contrasting criticisms from the Communications Workers of America with broader Bush tax cut support.
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America
Washington
Chandra Levy
Gary Condit
Ted Kennedy
D-Mass
Debbie Stabenow
D-Mich
Bill Nelson
D-Fla
Senate
Tom Daschle
D-S.d
Senate Budget Committee
Kent Conrad
D-N.d
Habitat For Humanity
House
Richard It
D-Mo
Bush
Treasury
The
Communications Workers of America
CWA
Rosie Torres
Pelosi Eyes House Leadership While Politicking Across Coasts
Pelosi pitches Democrats on money power and district by district wins to gain a majority and potentially the speaker’s seat. She argues to build fundraising muscle, counter GOP ads, and tailor messages to local priorities as districts shift after the 2000 census.
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Pelosi
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