Perot Proposes Paperless Tax System Aiming at IRS Change
The text portrays Ross Perot as seeking to replace the IRS with a paperless system tied to his data processing background. It questions Internet based tax records and hints at political debate participation, mentioning Bob Dole in a provocative light.
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Ross Perot
IRS
Perot
Rug talk and US interests in Kurdish rugs
The author questions US motives in Iraq after Kurdish faction clashes and argues Kurds lack strategic value beyond rug production. Rug merchants describe Kilim style Kurdish wool rugs, their durability and prices, noting Iran embargoes and limited US access. The piece ends with a preferring Scandinavian rugs over conflict and Persian or Kurdish wares.
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Iraq
Saddam Hussein
Saddam
Iran
Sohil Khan
AL Sahara Oriental Rugs
Chicago
China
Sarkis Tatosian
Oscar Isberian
Evanston
American Southwest
Today's History and Birthdays Snapshot
On this day in 1788 Congress chose New York City as the capital. In 1814 Key witnessed Fort McHenry bombardment. In 1938 Sikorsky achieved first successful helicopter flight. Births include Walter Reed and John J Pershing. Weather notes cite a 136 degree high in Libya in 1922.
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New York City
Francis Scott Key
Bathmore Harbor
Fort McHenry
Igor Sikorski
Walter Reed
John J Pershing
Sherwood Anderson
Me! Torme
Judith Martin
Nel Carter
Fay Vincent
Eihth
Igor Sikorsk
el Azzia
Libya
Reforming campaign finance remains distant and disputed
The piece surveys hopes for campaign finance reform across parties, noting promises from Clinton and Gingrich, yet observes loopholes widen with time. It highlights Supreme Court rulings on speech, soft money battles, and the shift in tone once candidates gain power, ending with discomfort over funding equality.
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Massachusetts
William Weld
John Kerry
U.S. Senate
U.S. Supreme Court
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