Blair shifts Iraq stance urging UN route
In a Guardian guest editorial, Tony Blair signals a more balanced Iraq approach, stressing UN resolutions and sustained engagement while noting U.S. policy risks domestic support. The piece cautions Blair may face a choice between United States and United Nations if U.S. rhetoric remains unchecked.
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Blair urges action as Iraq weapons threat grows
British Prime Minister Tony Blair says Iraq possesses chemical and biological weapons that could be deployed within 45 minutes and may soon have nuclear-armed ballistic missiles. He argues Saddam Hussein's regime threatens the region and world, urging voluntary disarmament or preventive action.
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Heroes of today firefighters honored after Conchas Place blaze
A neighbor thanks emergency crews who arrived at 4 30 AM to fight a fire on Conchas Place. Police secured adjacent homes while fire units extinguished the blaze, then paramedics and utilities assisted. The writer praises responders for their service and recalls 9 11 heroes.
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Roswell Homecoming Queen Bid Highlights 1977
Mona Lalli Anita Lee and Cheryl Long competed for Roswell High School 1977 homecoming queen crown on Sept 30 1977. Red a steer owned by 11 year old Lance Caviness won grand champion market steer at the Eastern New Mexico State Fair. Burt Rhodes bid farewell at the New Mexico Military Institute after 19 years in maintenance at age 75.
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St Pete's DemSilhouette: Domenici Seeks Six-Year Win
A column analyzes Pete Domenici's political strength in New Mexico with nickname St Pete, his broad bipartisan support, and the 66 23 polling gap behind Democratic challenger Gloria Tristani. It notes his porkbarrel influence, constituent service, and wide mayoral endorsements.
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Emergence of Democratic Majority Cited Amid Independent Growth
The piece notes a rising independent share, about 17 percent in states with party registration and 39 percent in Pew polls, while Democrats and Republicans remain closely matched for 2002 races. Authors Teixeira and Judis argue Democrats gain from minorities and professionals amid a centrist electorate.
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Democrats Seize Debate On Iraq War Backfires For GOP
Democrats pressed for a national debate on Bush Iraq policy and now face questions about costs and casualties. Republicans claim momentum with fundraising and war talk, while polls show GOP strength on security. Durbin accuses Karl Rove of weaponizing the discussion to influence voters.
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