Perot Uses Prime Time TV to Seek Ballot Support
Billionaire Perot distributed more than 30 million ballots ahead of a 30 minute national referendum aired on NBC. Leaders of United We Stand America organized nationwide events to fill the mail with positive responses as Perot promotes campaign finance reform, balanced budget measures, a line item veto and cuts in congressional staff and perks. He urged viewers to endorse his agenda and promised to share results with Congress while guests criticized the format.
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Democratic National Committee
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Power struggle harms Russia as Yeltsin faces impeachment
In Moscow the Supreme Soviet moves to impeach President Boris Yeltsin while thousands protest outside the White House. Yeltsin’s emergency rule and moves against top aides deepen a stalemate as police and troops guard the scene and defense officials urge compromise.
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Russia
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Yeltsin
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Sergei Shakhrai
Parliament Building
White House
Yeltsin Gains cautious U S backing for reform push
Washington lawmakers backed Boris Yeltsin as Russia’s reform hopeful. Senate leader Bob Dole urged Clinton to relocate the April summit to Moscow, praising U S support while noting risks if Yeltsin leaves for Canada. Yeltsin’s family loss followed his emergency rule declaration.
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U.S
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Canada
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Gastonia fights water future with lake protection plan
Gastonia and Gaston County officials push an ordinance to shield Mountain Island Lake, their next water source, from over development. They cite past water quality declines at Long Creek and South Fork River and warn that restrictions could hinder economic growth while aiming to cut treatment costs. Public debate centers on balancing clean water with development.
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Gaston County
Mountain Island Lake
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South Fork River
Sam Wilkins
Donny Hicks
Gaston County Economic Development Commission
South Fork
Getting Back on Track by Walking This Tuesday
A health feature outlines a walking program starting Tuesday to help people return to fitness. It stresses gradual pace, safe shoes, and consistent daily steps, with tips from local trainers and community health volunteers.
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