Papal Clinton meeting casts moral contrasts in St Louis
Editorial notes the stark contrast between Pope John Paul II’s aging moral preaching and President Clinton’s confident political stance. It highlights the pope’s warnings on abortion and the culture of death, Clinton’s resilient ratings amid economic boom, and the call for personal responsibility and spiritual values as timely guidance for a nation in moral strain.
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Dred Scott
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Tax burden easing but middle Americans seek more relief
The piece argues 48 million Americans pay no income tax in 1996 due to a $400 child tax credit and notes the trend may rise. It cites a 1998 average tax liability of $19,688 for those earning 100k to 200k, and that 52.4 million taxpayers earning above 0,000 pay 95.5 percent of taxes. It calls for continued relief while acknowledging middle-class strain and Clinton’s aim to protect Social Security.
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Isenbergh paper on impeachment offers new path for Clinton case
The piece argues the Constitution allows removing presidents for lower crimes and that impeachment could target non high crimes with alternative punishments. It envisions censure or fines and critiques Nixon and Jones v Jones decisions, while noting Senate wary of deviating from removal. The piece praises but notes Isenbergh stands largely alone and would widen impeachment use.
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Clinton
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Stuart Taylor
National Journal
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Joseph Isenbergh
United States
Isenbergh
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Senate secrecy in Clinton impeachment debate questioned
The piece argues Senate secrecy during Clinton’s impeachment trial isolates lawmakers from constituents. It notes rules can be changed, but secrecy harms public understanding, and warns historians may rely on private diaries. It concludes Clinton could survive while Republicans lose credibility, urging open debate on television.
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Senate
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Bill Clinton
State selling driver's license photos criticized
A letter rebukes the state for selling driver license photos and personal data. The writer objects to likeness names and addresses being sold without permission, urges removal of the provision, and calls for a voluntary policy and an apology from local representatives. The piece stresses privacy rights and accountability of lawmakers.
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Aiken Standard
State Senate
Aiken
Accountability Demands for All Three Government Branches
A reader urges states rights over federal power, limits on Supreme Court authority, and end to lobbyist influence. They call for restricting congressional membership, daily invitation access, and an overhaul of the federal tax system arguing it violates equality. The note ends by asking where readers stand in shaping the system.
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