Richardson accountable for security lapse at Los Alamos
Editorial urges Energy Secretary Richardson to resign over the Los Alamos security failure after two missing hard drives containing nuclear secrets were found, amid calls for tighter oversight and a transfer of nuclear security to the new National Nuclear Security Administration. The piece assigns responsibility to Richardson and questions the adequacy of his leadership.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Energy
Bill Richardson
Richardson
Senate
Los Alamos National Laboratory
New Mexico
FBI
John A. Gordon
China
Los Alamos
America
Wen Ho Lee
Lee
Energy Department
X Division
Chicago Tribune
Forget the fat tax opinion from The Times Recorder
A letter argues against a fat tax as a response to obesity. It notes CSPI proposed a small tax could raise 1.8 billion yearly, but asserts laziness is the issue and questions lawsuits or state damages against fast food. The piece endorses using existing funds instead.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Uncle Sam
Big Tobacco
Ronald McDonald
America
Center For Science In the Public Interest
Times Recorder
Zanesville
Ohio
Public protest over Dr Laura show sparks free speech debate
Wayne Bosen of the Human Rights Campaign urges action against Paramount for backing Dr Laura Schlessinger amid accusations of anti gay rhetoric. The letter argues free expression does not excuse dehumanization and cites past protests against Ellen.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Schlessinger
American Family Association
The
Family Research Council
Ellen
ABC
Laura
American Psychological Association
Canadian Broadcast Standards Council
Paramount
David Duke
Bob Jones
Schlesinger
Dr. J
Dr. Seuss
America
Wayne Bosen
Human Rights Campaign
18Th Street NW
Washington, D.C
Campaign stamps on first amendment
A long critique contrasts traditionalist views with gay rights activism. It questions campaigns against Dr Laura Schlessinger, cites groups promoting gay pride and sex education, and argues activists suppress dissent and push tolerance as a mandate. Robert H. Knight of the Family Research Council is cited.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Laura Schlessinger
Boy Scouts
Gay and Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation
Laura
Massachusetts
Annie Sprinkle
America
Hollywood
Procter & Gamble
Canada
The
Broadcasting Board
Robert H. Knight
Family Research Council
Spence Publishing
FRC
G Street NW
Washington, D.C
Letters Lament Clinton praise and Waco trial view
A reader criticizes the public praise of President Clinton amid impeachment and legal concerns. The letter questions justice in the Waco siege trial, arguing that the panel undermines common law and notes perceived governmental influence over judges and officials. The writer urges vigilance to protect freedoms.
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Clinton
Somalia
Aiken Standard
Secret Service
L.A
U.S
Scotty
Waco
Walter Smith
United States
Janet Reno
The Aiken Standard Letters to the Editor
The Aiken Standard invites brief letters with the writer signature mailing address and daytime and home phone numbers for verification. Letters may be edited or condensed and should be addressed to Letters to the Editor at the newspaper PO Box or via email or fax to the provided contacts.
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Ask
Standard
Aiken, S.C
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