LAUGH LINES

Campaign Trail: Hillary Rodham Clinton told 300 women at a Washington, D.C., hotel that she’s considering running for president. “What a difference between Hillary and Bill. Whenever he meets 300 women at a hotel, they’re the ones who should consider running.” (Argus Hamilton)

That’s Gratitude: President Clinton pushed to renew China’s most-favored-nation trade status. “If Hillary can forgive anything, so can he.” (Hamilton)

That’s Gratitude II: “Hey, it’s just our way of saying, ‘Thanks for spying on us and ripping off our nuclear secrets.’ ” (Kenny Noble Cortes)

Silly Science: Scientists say that Dolly the cloned sheep is showing signs of premature aging. “Their first clue? She’s been watching ‘Matlock.’ ” (Conan O’Brien)

In Passing: The inventor of bubble gum died at age 100. “Following a short memorial service, he was wrapped in wax paper and buried with several rare Mickey Mantle baseball cards.” (Bob Mills)

We Apologize in Advance: Barbra Streisand reportedly has made a lot of money by investing in shares of companies such as Starbucks. “She’s apparently got a real nose for business.” (Ira Lawson)

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