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Hello. I'm Allison McNair. Welcome to NH Outlook. |
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It's five minutes to midnight. That's what the chief U-N weapons inspector is telling Iraqi officials. He is urging them to take a good, hard look at the clock and give him evidence about their weapons programs. Hans Blix says he doesn't think a date has been set for going to war, but it seems to be getting closer. Secretary of State Colin Powell goes before the UN Security Council Wednesday. US officials say he'll present evidence of Iraq's links with terrorist organizations. In a recent televised interview, Saddam Hussein denied the allegations. |
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For hundreds of New Hampshire families, the threat of war with Iraq has special significance. These are the people who have loved ones active in the US military. Phil Vaughn tells us the story of one family from Londonderry whose son is a member of an Army infantry division, now training in Kuwait. For them waiting is a difficult ordeal. |
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Shot of WTCenter Narr 1 - This story began on September 11, 2001. Eighteen year old Josh Yancy was at school in Londonderry. His father Dale was in Washington DC. Dale - "He called me his voice was shaking…wanted to be sure I was alright" Narr 2- Dale, of course was fine. His son's life, however, would change. Renee - "He had to do something after 9-11…to protect the United States." Narr 3- Within a month following the terrorist attacks, Josh Yancy walked into this recruitment center in Manchester and he enlisted in the Army. Clip Josh - "why he's signing up…" Shot of Josh then dissolve to photo in desert Narr 4 - That was sixteen months ago. This is Josh a year later. Clip - "We're proud of him…" Narr 5 - Josh graduated from Fort Benning, Georgia last March. For three weeks in October, he was in Pakistan. Then with the 3rd Battalion, Josh made his way to Kuwait. Dale clip - "Part of me wishes he wasn't there…protect our freedom… proud of that." Narr 6 - Private Josh Yancy is part of a Bradley tank crew. They train daily not far from the southern Iraqi border. Renee clip - "Times he calls he's afraid…everyone with him is afraid." Home videos - with father this Christmas Narr 7 - Christmas brought Josh back home. His stay was brief but still long enough to share some stories. Sound from video - dissolve to ext of house/cu banner Narr 8 - This banner means that Josh has returned to Kuwait. His parents support the decision he made sixteen months ago but are growing anxious by what they're hearing at home. Dale clip - "Never talk about what plans…this could be a repeat of Blackhawk Down…" Shot of car under snowpile dissolve to Josh in Kuwait Narr 9 - In front of the Yancy home, Josh's car sits. In the hot desert of Kuwait, he and his comrades can only anticipate what may happen next. Dale clip - "As much as I would love to say pull him…" Or other dale clip Renee - "What is your hope for Josh…he survives…heart breaking." Dale clip - "I'd be in greater despair…" Narr 10- For NH Outlook, I'm Phil Vaughn. |
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Joining us to talk more about possible war with Iraq, Professor Ron Edsforth, Ron teaches history at Dartmouth College. Dr. Tom Trout, a political Science Professor from the University of New Hampshire and Professor Kurk Dorsey, Kurk is also from UNH he teaches history. Thank you all for joining us here today. |
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Colin Powell - Wednesday before Security Council- evidence important in building or weakening case for war.buildinternational coalition Saddam - What is the threat to US - nuclear war - if inspectors are there doesn't prevent development of nuclear weapons. are chemical and biological weapons also a threat Some say we are rushing to war - administration is pushing because economy stagnant and won't improve until decision is made to do so. If war is quick - economy will rebound.longer wait weaker economy How is weather a factor does that speed up process? Is this all about oil? Couldn't we broker/deal with Saddam? Pre-emptive war.Would this be setting a precedent? What are the dangers if and when we go to war? Is peace really possible in this region --the Israeli/Palestinian conflict continues What are the consequences if the U.S. fails at regime change.If Saddam is still where he is next year? Are there options other than military action and other than regime change? |
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Finally, have you ever wondered about the people you see standing on the side of the road or in front of the State House holding signs protesting war? We did. One of those people is Lois Booth. We learned that the Canterbury resident has spent half a century working for peace throughout the world. Here is her story. |
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Sound of Lois handing out flier Lois clip "The first organization that I took part in working towards peaceful things was back in the 1950s. The government was conducting atmospheric tests of nuclear weapons and we were worried about radiation getting into mother's milk. So we formed a little group called women for peace." Sound at protest dissolve to photos Narr 1 - Lois Booth says she hasn't slowed down much from those days, fifty years ago. Conflicts in Asia, Central America and the Middle East have kept her busy. Lois - "The reason we're working so hard now is it's so much harder to stop a war than to prevent one because once they throw the knife down there's an imperative to keep it going. That's why it was so hard to stop the Vietnam War." Sound Narr 2- Today, with the growing threat of war in Iraq, Lois' mission is clear. Lois "It's educating, organizing. Its' just trying to put your light out there and not hide it under a bushel. War takes it's own course and no one knows what that course will be. The most immediate threat is to all the people who will get hurt - American soldiers and the Iraqi people." Sound Lois - Phil "How would you like to see the world deal with S. Hussein? I think there should be continued inspections. But it's not only S. Hussein, we must find a solution to the Palestinian problem as well. Find a solution to the things that are fuelling feelings in the Arab world." Sound of Lois and protestors talking Lois - Phil "Do you feel patriotic? Yes, I do. And, that's the essence of a democracy - an educated citizenry to help keep the country on the best course. Sometimes leaders can go wrong." Sound of Lois and Don Lois - "This is the man who makes the banners, Don Booth. We've known each other for quite awhile." Narr - They've been married for sixty some years. Lois and Don raised a family together while continuing their work for peace. Lois - Phil - "You've even been arrested. No, I've never been arrested. I do most of the education work. But Don has been arrested many times, I leave that up to him." Photo of Don in cuffs dissolve to protest with Lois talking with people Lois clip - Phil-"Do you ever get tired? No. Do you ever get tired of taking care of a child? You may get tired, but you never stop caring for the child. I'll never burn out. I'll just burn on and on." |
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On the next New Hampshire Outlook - we'll look at heart disease up close and personal. |
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That's it for this edition of our program. For all of us here at New Hampshire Public Television, I'm Ally McNair. Thanks for joining us. We'll see you next time on New Hampshire Outlook. |
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Tonight on New Hampshire Outlook. A New Hampshire family reflects on their son's enlistment, an octogenarian prays for peace and professors discuss motives. War, peace and the middle east. Join us tonight after Faulty Towers. |
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NEW HAMPSHIRE OUTLOOK Air Date/Time: 2/04/03 22:00 HOST: Allison McNair Length: 26:46 minutes In this edition of New Hampshire Outlook, NHPTV's nightly news magazine, we focus on the impending war with Iraq. For hundreds of New Hampshire families, the threat of war with Iraq has special significance. These are the people who have loved ones active in the US military. Phil Vaughn tells us the story of one family from Londonderry whose son is a member of an Army infantry division, now training in Kuwait. For them waiting is a difficult ordeal. Joining us to talk more about possible war with Iraq, Professor Ron Edsforth, Ron teaches history at Dartmouth College. Dr. Tom Trout, a political Science Professor from the University of New Hampshire and Professor Kurk Dorsey, Kurk is also from UNH he teaches history. Finally, have you ever wondered about the people you see standing on the side of the road or in front of the State House holding signs protesting war? We did. One of those people is Lois Booth. We learned that the Canterbury resident has spent half a century working for peace throughout the world. PRODUCER/REPORTER: Phil Vaughn NAME OF PARTICIPANTS: Dale Yancy\Josh's Father, Renee Yancy\Josh's Mother, Josh Yancy\U.S. Army Recruit, Prof. Ron Edsforth\History, Dartmouth College, Dr. B. Thomas Trout\UNH Prof of Political Science, Prof. Kurk Dorsey\History, UNH, Lois Booth\Peace Activist |