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Newspaper
Aiken Standard
Location
Aiken, South Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jul 28, 1997
Page
4
The Providence Journal-Bulletin argues that banning Mr. Magoo over nearsightedness would curb freedom of expression. It contends censored humor risks banning comic strips for portraying human flaws and notes the First Amendment should protect satire.
The US Senate last month approved controversial changes to Medicare funding including higher premiums for seniors earning over 50 000 and couples over 75 000 a year and raising the eligibility age from 65 to 67 phased in from 2008. A 5 co payment for some home health services was proposed, but not in the House budget version. The Akron Beacon Journal notes Democratic attacks and Republican waning will to reshape Medicare.
A satirical critique of campaign finance scrutiny by the Senate Governmental Affairs Committee. The piece portrays lawmakers as dependent on wealth and influence, arguing money is essential to government and that efforts to remove finance from politics are misguided. It treats hearings as entertainment and concludes reform efforts miss the point.
Washington report traces how the 1994 GOP victory fueled early reforms then toppled into infighting. Newt Gingrich faces a failing caucus as freshmen clash over speed, budget fights, and presidential vetoes, culminating in a failed coup and his renewed grip.
Frances Thomas, Aiken assistant city manager for six years, resigns to return to Rock Hill for a new career as a consultant. City Manager Steve Thompson praises her work on economic development incentives, two new industrial parks, and airport improvements. Mayor Pro tem Karen Papouchado and others note her intelligence and quiet effectiveness.
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