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...precautions Condit is said to have taken, and despite the wholesome image he projected at home in Modesto, the Congressman's behavior has always been the subject of gossip among his legislative colleagues--first at the state capital, Sacramento, and later in Washington. "A flamboyant party boy who uses his prestige as an assemblyman to fuel a busy social life," California Journal had written in 1988. The pattern continued when he reached Congress. "His looks and clothes are so important to him," says a friend. "He so desperately wants to stay young...
...ultimate brave person,” according to Watergate reporter Bob Woodward. “The ideal boss,” according to former Post Managing Editor Robert Kaiser. “Our maximum leader,” in the words of Post gossip columnist Lloyd Grove...
...even better spot to spend a day, or even a few hours, is about 20 miles down the coast. Tiny, brightly colored Portofino has long been one of Italy's most chic resorts. Gossip about the recent mysterious death of a wealthy countess is the only hint of crime you're likely to find in this town of extraordinary Mediterranean views...
...precautions Condit is said to have taken, and despite the wholesome image he projected at home in Modesto, the Congressman's behavior has always been the subject of gossip among his legislative colleagues - first at the state capital, Sacramento, and later in Washington. "A flamboyant party boy who uses his prestige as an assemblyman to fuel a busy social life," California Journal had written in 1988. The pattern continued when he reached Congress. "His looks and clothes are so important to him," says a friend. "He so desperately wants to stay young...
...They kick up fusses. They have to be convinced. Greenspan does have to twist the occasional arm. (If gossip like this turns you on, try Bob Woodward's "Maestro.") In little ways, and at crucial times, they matter. Witness the excited financial-page murmuring that accompanied the release of the minutes of the May 15 meeting, which revealed that Kansas City Fed Bank President Thomas Hoenig, fearing inflation, bucked Big Green for the first time in two years and voted for a quarter-point cut. (The regional presidents, not seeing Greenspan as often, do tend to be a bit more...