Powell Gets to Drop the Ball on New Year
From Times Wire Reports
Colin L. Powell is none too popular on the east end of 42nd Street, at the United Nations, but he’s expecting a better reception in Times Square when he drops the ball on New Year’s Eve.
Powell, who is stepping down as secretary of State early next year, will push the ceremonial button on the 100th anniversary of the celebration, Mayor Michael R. Bloomberg said at a Manhattan news conference.
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