Uncertainty surrounds North Korea Kim Jong Il succession
Analysis notes scarce reliable information on Kim Jong Il as successor to Kim Il Sung. It describes divergent views on his background and leadership, the regime’s isolation, and the potential for internal power struggles amid a fragile economy and ongoing nuclear tensions.
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Pyongyang
Seoul
Tokyo
Washington
Kim I] Sung
Kim Jong Il
Kim Il Sung
Kim
Siberia
East
Germany
Kim Jong Ii
Selig Harrison
Carnegie Endowment
Washi
South Korea
China
Chavis Risks NAACP Traditions With Unconventional Leadership
Benjamin Chavis, NAACP executive director, draws praise and fierce criticism for his inclusive approach and outreach to pan Africanist and Nation of Islam figures. Critics warn that aligning with controversial voices could erode the organization’s venerable traditions, even as Chavis seeks renewal at the Chicago convention.
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National Association For the Advancement of Colored People
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NAACP
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Nation of Islam
Farrakhan
Chicago
Clinton warns against invading Haiti in moral debate
The president questions US military action in Haiti amid broader crises from Bosnia to Africa. He argues human rights concerns in Haiti do not justify invasion and warns that intervention could trigger a long, costly occupation without clear success.
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Bill Clinton
Haiti
Bosnia
Transcaucasus
Africa
United States
Gross
Persian Gulf
Somalia
Clinton should seek Congress before invading Haiti
The piece argues the United States has no vital national interest in Haiti and criticizes President Clinton for contemplating war without Congressional authorization. It cites the Constitution, declares wars should be declared by Congress, and urges restraint while acknowledging Haiti refugees and embargo-induced poverty. It condemns unlawful action and calls for a return to constitutional war powers.
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Florida
United States
America
Congress
James Madison
Thomas Jefferson
Alexander Hamilton
Bill Clinton
Clinton
Ato Ee
Prince Chuck as a Dingbat and a Prince of Wales
The column ponders Prince Charles known as Chuck, defending him against claims of being a dingbat while recounting anecdotes from his public persona. It touches on adultery rumors, public perception, and media sensationalism with wry self awareness from the author.
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Prince of Wales
O. J. Simpson
G. R
St. Louis, Mo
Charles Guy
Bill
Palace
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Charles
Prince Chuck
King Chuck
Sheffield
Reader
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Akron
Ohio
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Camilla Parker Bowles
Ms. Parker Bowles
Princess Diana
Parker Bowles
Calvin Trillin
Late Senator Gunter Praised In Lighthearted Session
Capitol coverage recalls freshman senator See irae Gunter facing mock honor, junior senator pages, and a playful anti rush as the North Carolina Senate adjourns. Lt Gov Wicker presides while Gunter rewards pages with participation certificates and an honorary junior senator membership, highlighting press separation in a light column.
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Paul O' Connor
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