Good intentions, mixed results
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Section 745.6 of Canada's criminal code was passed in 1976 to give prisoners serving a life sentence a small chance at early parole. The law was revised in Jan 1997 to make it more difficult to secure early release, but notorious murderers such as Clifford Olson have still been able to secure a hearing.
Publication Name: Maclean's
Subject: News, opinion and commentary
ISSN: 0024-9262
Year: 1997
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Young guns
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Several talented stars have emerged in the National Hockey League's 1995-96 season, such as Paul Kariya of the Anaheim Mighty Ducks, the Philadelphia Flyers' Eric Lindros, and Peter Forsberg of the Colorado Avalanche. Kariya is relatively small by modern standards, but he is a very skilled player.
Publication Name: Maclean's
Subject: News, opinion and commentary
ISSN: 0024-9262
Year: 1996
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Back to basics for addicts
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The Toronto, Ontario based Muckers treat alcoholism and other substance abuses by adhering literally to the Alcoholics Anonymous 12-step approach. The AA and other groups criticize the Muckers for sticking to a narrow approach, while the Muckers counter that AA has strayed from tradition.
Publication Name: Maclean's
Subject: News, opinion and commentary
ISSN: 0024-9262
Year: 1996
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