Editorial on sex predator law challenged by Aiken attorney
An Aiken attorney Andy Anderson challenges a state law that keeps violent sexual offenders jailed unless deemed cured. The piece argues the law is unfair and unconstitutional, pre-judges future behavior, and conflicts with parole rules while noting support for mental health treatment but condemning indefinite incarceration.
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Aiken
Andy Anderson
Anderson
Supreme Court
Department of Mental Health
Energy Secretary Faults Clinton Gore Readiness on Gas Prices
Energy Secretary Bill Richardson criticized the Clinton Gore administration for not preparing for rising gasoline prices, saying the federal government was caught napping. He cited domestic energy policies and offshore drilling bans as signs of vulnerability to foreign producers.
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Bill Richardson
Clinton-Gore
Richardson
Bill Clinton
al Gore
United States
Oklahoma City
Oklahoman
Taxpayers split as envy and reform threaten unity
Washington commentary argues progressive taxation creates payers and pay-nots dividing the nation. It cites 1997 data showing top earners pay the vast majority of federal income tax while lower groups receive refunds. The piece warns campaign finance reform may fail amid this pressure, urging unity despite envy in politics.
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Washington
Congress
Uncle Sam
George W. Bush
John McCain
George Bush
Ten Commandments in schools a flawed display claim
The author critiques public school postings of the Ten Commandments as historical documents. He notes a dozen exist in practice, many are religious in nature, and even the six non religious rules raise issues. He questions impact on morality and constitutional separation.
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Indiana
Georgia
Letters on Hitchcock Woods burning and American decline
A reader laments frequent burns at Hitchcock Woods off Clark Road, noting loss of azaleas and undergrowth, urging更consult wildlife biologist to assess impact and review burn frequency. The second letter cites perceived attacks on Christianity, quoting Alexis de Tocqueville and arguing America’s greatness rests on virtue, urging moral resolve.
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Hitchcoch Foundation
JL. Janssen
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