D.C. in the red

Article Abstract:

Washington DC Mayor Marion Barry, already beset by crime and the relocation of the middle class to suburban areas, has been compelled to admit that the US capital city is nearly bankrupt. Barry, whose latest term as mayor began in Jan 1995, recently testified before Congress on the city's troubles.

Economic policy, Washington, D.C., Local finance, Budget deficits, Barry, Marion S.

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Turmoil's year

Article Abstract:

The year 1992 was a tumultuous one for Canada. Most significantly, Canada was wracked by recession and voters rejected a referendum on constitutional reform. Photographs cataloging the major events and players in Canada and the rest of the world are presented.

Canada, Portrayals

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Hungry for change in America's Cuba policy: activists - and some academics - urge a shift

Article Abstract:

Some members of the Pastors for Peace group are on a hunger strike to protest the US's harsh policy towards Cuba. The group began the hunger strike after the US government seized a shipment of 350 used computers that were destined for Cuban medical clinics.

Social aspects, United States, Demonstrations and protests, United States foreign relations, Cuban foreign relations, Cuba, Hunger strikes, Pastors for Peace

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