Letter from America by Alistair Cooke: The Clinton Years (1997-2000) - Fortress America and Beloved Symbols of Britain

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Whilst President Clinton's visit to Oslo fizzed with pomp and glory, Alistair Cooke discusses how it managed to overshadow the real reason for going; a memorial service in honour of Yitzhak Rabin. Plus, he evaluates Tony Blair's banishment of hereditary peers in the House of Lords.

Published on Friday, 19th November 1999.

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