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The quiet American

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Sen Bradley, 52, announced that he will not run for reelection. There is some speculation that he may run for the presidency. His upbringing, career as a basketball star, his unease with being a public figure and his books are discussed.

Author: Halberstam, David
Publisher: Conde Nast Publications, Inc.
Publication Name: Vanity Fair
Subject: General interest
ISSN: 0733-8899
Year: 1996
Evaluation, Officials and employees, United States. Congress. Senate, Legislators, Bradley, Bill, Time Present, Time Past (Book)

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The great survivor

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Former President of the United States Bill Clinton is discussed with emphasis on his talents as a politician. Clinton managed to survive a number of crises, but his greatest skill was his understanding of the people.

Author: Halberstam, David
Publisher: Conde Nast Publications, Inc.
Publication Name: Vanity Fair
Subject: General interest
ISSN: 0733-8899
Year: 2001
Clinton, Bill, Behavior, Beliefs, opinions and attitudes, Politicians

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Anatomy of a champion

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US fencing team members Nick Bravin and Cliff Bayer are fine athletes. Both have a strong desire to win, as all world-class athletes must. Their backgrounds and fencing styles are discussed.

Author: Halberstam, David
Publisher: Conde Nast Publications, Inc.
Publication Name: Vanity Fair
Subject: General interest
ISSN: 0733-8899
Year: 1996
Cover Story, Olympic athletes, Fencers, Bravin, Nick, Bayer, Cliff

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