Senate hears education secretary nominee Chavez withdraws
Senate hearings opened on the education secretary nomination as Chavez, a conservative nominee, faced criticism from Hispanic civil rights groups. The Mexican American Legal Defense and Educational Fund welcomed her decision to step down while the National Council of La Raza labeled the move troubling. Some officials portrayed the process as a public test of party support for the appointment.
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Education secretary nominee faced over private school vouchers
Rod Paige, awaiting Senate questions, would bring private school vouchers into focus. Senator Kennedy signals cautious support but opposes federal funding for private schools. Paige, head of Houston schools since 1994, expanded alternatives and raised scores amid criticism of voucher plans.
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Protesters ready to converge on Bush inauguration
Veteran demonstrators from Seattle and Philadelphia join thousands in Washington for the presidential oath amid a contested election. The International Action Center won permits for three rally sites near the parade route as police brace for a major inaugural protest echoing past civil rights era demonstrations.
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Legislators discuss mall tax plan tied to pyramid expansion
Front page outlines Syracuse leaders Sid Ogiesoy and Berddit oppose tax on additions while urging taxes on the existing Pyramid Mall. Deloitte & Touche analysis says expansion doable with city help but rents may lag national rates. Lawmakers say tenants of new expansion may bear most tax burden if Pyramid pays extra for tenant allowances. Special session set for January 22 to vote on a property tax deal, with postponement possible if Pyramid agrees to tax some on the current mall.
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State lawmakers push bans on hand held cell phones in cars
Supporters said the majority party would supersede local ordinances with a statewide ban on hand held cell phones while driving. The bill would require hands free use, allow fines of 150 dollars per violation, and reflect concerns about distracted driving and possible fatal crashes. Legal questions about constitutionality were raised by sponsor Ronald Toce.
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Arafat and Israeli minister meet amid regional talks
Yasser Arafat and Israeli minister Lipkin-Shahak met in Gaza as US envoy Dennis Ross postponed planned visits. West Bank clashes continued with curfews in Hopron and confrontations near Silat. The talks aim to ease tensions ahead of Israel’s February 6 election, with further contacts pledged.
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Albright urges steady Balkan course and Korea focus
Secretary of State Albright told reporters the Bush transition should keep Kosovo Bosnia mission intact while pressing North Korea to end its missile program. She urged Colin Powell to maintain Balkans deployments, noting the Balkans story is unfinished and U.S. forces are stretched. Powell, with military background, had urged restraint and supported limited Bosnian deployment during NATO peace efforts.
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Prosecutors End Case in Flight 103 Bombing Trial
Prosecutors finish case in the Flight 103 bombing after 12 years of investigation and eight months of hearings. Defendants Abioe, Basset Ali al-Megram, and Lamen Khalifa Femah face possible life terms if convicted, while the defense prepares Thursday closing arguments.
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