Jury verdict closes holes in leaky justice system
The federal jury in Los Angeles found officers Stacey Koon and Laurence Powell guilty of violating Rodney King's civil rights while acquitting Theodore Briseno and Timothy Wind. The verdicts validate public outrage and prompt calls for reform in policing and the criminal justice process nationwide.
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Laurence Powell
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Remembering Nancy Thurmond and a cartoon controversy
A letter honors Nancy Thurmond 22, praising her service to others while criticizing a newspaper for suspending the cartoon For Better or For Worse. The writer contrasts Nancy’s virtue with editorial decisions and mentions teen suicide, LGBTQ topics, and family conversations. The piece blends tribute with a critique of media policy.
Letters to the Editor Debate Prism on Prisons and Values
A reader laments the revolving door policy of federal courts and overcrowding. They argue harsher punishment is needed as crime rises and police feel exposed, while supporting rehabilitation in principle but calling for stronger penalties.
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Tom Fielder
Unson
Clinton faces insider games over VAT sales tax debate
Thomas Oliphant argues that President Clinton shows poor communication as his health care task force discusses a value added tax to fund expanded insurance. The piece criticizes insider Washington dynamics and timing around the VAT issue amid economic debate and tax dislikes.
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Simpler taxes urged as writer laments forms and fees
Gene Owens argues for a three line tax form and criticizes the complexity and time sink of U S income tax filing. He lists forms and schedules required, from 1040 to 4562, and notes the high cost in time and depreciation. He contrasts income and real estate taxes and shares personal financial strain from medical expenses.
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Uncle Sam
Sam
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Domino’s
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Washington needs a Perot watchdog in a wary republic
The writer urges Ross Perot to cultivate self discipline and responsible criticism. He argues Washington requires an unofficial watchdog with clout to curb misinformation and missteps. Perot should avoid McCarthyist traps and maintain focus to influence current and future administrations.
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