McCain Triumph Reflects Voter Will in New Hampshire
Editorial notes John McCain entered the New Hampshire Republican primary with less money and weaker party support than George W. Bush yet won a defining upset. It praises McCain's POW history and campaign finance reform stance, contrasts Bush’s moneyed campaign with voter-facing towns halls, and warns against coronations while urging reflection on the broader race and its implications for a more socially conscious Republican Party.
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al Gore
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Texas Rangers
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Watching a school fight ends with strict policy and debate
A parent recounts a call from school about her son Joey who watched a fight. He receives in school suspension while others involved faced lesser punishment after confessing. The piece argues policy fairness and urges reading handbooks, knowing what is expected, and choosing battles wisely.
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Compassionate realism on 2000 presidential race in Orlando Sentinel
Myriam Marquez argues the field lacks fresh ideas and inspiring leaders beyond Bush Gore and Bradley. She critiques fund digging, media image, and the three hopefuls while noting McCain’s bravery and Reagan's legacy.
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Gary Bauer
Alan Keyes
Fellas
Ronnie
Reagan
Bill Clinton
Clinton
William Jefferson Clinton
Gore
Jack
Billy Jeff
Bill
Bradley
South Carolina GOP blasts Democrats over presidential primary
Aiken County Republican Party chair accuses the South Carolina Democratic Party of trying to derail the February 19 Republican presidential primary. The piece claims the GOP opens more polling places, offers absentee ballots, and anticipates over 500000 voters, while Democrats hold a short caucus without absentee votes.
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South Carolina
Justice Department
Democratic Party
Dick Harpoothan
Rocker comments draw race, free speech debate
A Oct statement by John Rocker about fatigue in games prompts defense of his mental state and a December remark on foreigners in Times Square triggers racism accusations. The piece argues for freedom of speech and questions calls for his mental evaluation.
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New York
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