Powell and his questions shape a cautious presidential edge
The piece analyzes Colin Powell as a poised figure weighing a run for president. It notes his self described fiscal conservatism with a social conscience and his insistence that God does not provide a legislative agenda. Critics warn his approach risks a messiah image and argues Powell lacks a firm guiding ideology on key issues.
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America
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William Kristol
Weekly Standard Magazine
Cal Thomas
Herald-Journal
Book tour strategy leak targets Colin Powell in 1995 memo
Confidential Aug 1 1995 memo from Harry Evans outlines a campaign strategy to promote Powell by exploiting book tour merchandising and media access. Plan includes bypassing primaries, leveraging Time and Newsweek for double exposure, exclusive Walters interview, and a possible third party run.
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ABC
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Oval Office
Andom House
United States
New York Times News Service
Consumers can stop abuse of laborers
Jesse Jackson argues that consumer awareness can pressure global brands to end sweatshop abuses. He cites El Monte raids on Thai workers, Nike and Neiman Marcus supply chains, and the need for stronger labor protections, union monitoring, and enforcement to empower workers and deter exploitation.
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U.S
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Herald-Journal
Showoffs Then and Now From a Gilded Age to a $50,000 SUV
The essay traces how displays of wealth evolved from the Breakers era to 1995. It contrasts 1895 Newport palaces built by Cornelius Vanderbilt II with modern conspicuous consumption such as expensive four wheel drive vehicles and cell phones. The author mocks lavish spending yet confesses envy and personal pride.
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Cornelius Vanderbilt II
Atlantic
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Bordeaux
Amer
Florida
Sanibel
National Enquirer
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