Clinton declares disaster in fires near Waldo Florida
President Clinton declared a disaster in eight Florida counties as wildfires near Waldo burn about 7,000 acres and force evacuations of more than 1,000 residents. Firefighters kept flames from the town as federal aid funds to speed recovery were approved after Gov. Chiles toured scorched areas.
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Race panel seeks ongoing council to push race dialogue
Washington AP The seven member race advisory panel urged establishing a presidential council to continue national dialogue on race. They proposed ideas from higher wages to broaden English language access and better media portrayals of minorities. The plan, influenced by Truman's Economic Advisers model, awaits White House decision and a September report.
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Holbrooke tapped for ambassador and energy post
President Clinton nominated Richard Holbrooke to lead the Energy Department and Bill Richardson to become U N ambassador. Holbrooke, 57, brokered the 1995 Bosnia peace agreement and is seen as an aggressive diplomat. Richardson, 50, a former New Mexico congressman, has traveled widely to hotspots and could pursue New Mexico politics or a future vice presidency.
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