First gay ambassador oath marks milestone in diplomacy
James Hormel, openly gay, was sworn in as ambassador to Luxembourg in a loud ceremony at the State Department. Secretary Madeleine Albright and senators including Ted Kennedy attended as Hormel became the first openly gay U.S. ambassador, a nomination debated for 20 months.
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Hormel sworn in as ambassador despite minority opposition
President Clinton named Hormel to the post via recess appointment after Senate opposition. Gore toured a California gay center as pressure from the Traditional Values Coalition swelled against the nomination. Albright and Kennedy defended Hormel's qualifications amid protests outside the State Department.
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Independent counsel law ends amid scarce mourning
The independent counsel statute from 1978 expires with limited mourning after cost approaching 150 million dollars. Kenneth Starr sought abolition, while supporters cite oversight and accountability. a new Independent Counsel Reform Act of 1999 would curb investigative powers and demand checks on authority.
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