Harvard scientists debate XYY research and behavior link
Harvard geneticists and psychiatrists scrutinize projects screening newborns for an extra Y chromosome amid calls to reopen investigation. Critics call the research scientifically useless while noting public advocacy may enter the debate. The controversy traces to XYY history and alleged links to criminal behavior.
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The right to be judged by peers traces to ancient law and remains valued today in courts and beyond. Regulatory and quasi judicial boards should reflect the communities they serve, especially at the local level where power is limited. Public life is shaped by representative members.
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Local boards and commissions face scrutiny in Biddeford
Biddeford city council debate focused on how boards are filled and whether re appointments crowd out new talent. Councilor Michael Bergeron urged fresh candidates and questioned whether the mayor should nominate repeatedly for vacancies. The council still appointed the nominees en masse, including two who already served on other boards, prompting reflections on governance and citizen representation.
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The piece notes that Americans are to be credited for their high standard of living, highlighting the value placed on material comfort and everyday prosperity. It frames living standards as a shared achievement.
Postmaster Eyes Efficiency Drive Amid Letter Carrier Strike Threat
The new postmaster general backs the Route Evaluation System to boost efficiency even as letter carriers threaten to strike. The program logs route data to optimize deliveries, with Kokomo reducing crews and Portland adding one carrier. Carriers claim up to 15,000 jobs could be cut and overwork may rise.
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Postal Service Faces Possible Strike as Negotiations Loom
Bailar, new postmaster general, warns a national postal strike could hurt public confidence and the economy. The move could affect upcoming contract talks with letter carriers and three other unions, as current deals expire in July. Labor costs already make up 85 percent of the system, with a likely rise in first class mail from 10 to 12 or 13 cents to avoid deficits.
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Longley Seeks Probe of Federal Grants
Governor James B. Longley called for closer review of federal grants and a shift from programs that burden Maine financially. He cited pesos of seed money matching and urged departments to prioritize federal funds and replace spending programs before new aid begins. He noted budget aides will check agency requests for seed money and praised progress on state vehicle utilization.
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Senators Near Approval of Energy Substitutes
Two Senate committees move toward approving substitutes for Ford energy plan. The Interior Committee backs a gasoline rationing bill giving the President standby authority with Congress approval during fuel shortages. Commerce Committee weighs energy labeling for appliances and ceilings on new natural gas prices with inflation adjustments.
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Survivors recount tragedy in Indiana cave
Four Illinois men survived a 27 hour flooded Indiana cave ordeal by eating candy bars chewing gum and sharing jokes while three others died in another cavern after heavy rains flooded caves near Bloomington Officials identified the victims as Terry Yokem Kim Aldridge and Marsha Bott all of Indianapolis Randall Masterson Randall Masterson and Gene Strain joined by Paul Homan and others described the harrowing experience and the cold dark conditions before rescue.
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Ford Co. Considers GM Cuts
DETROIT AP Ford Motor Co may match General Motors decision to cut prices on select compact models by removing standard equipment. Rebates of 100 to 600 dollars expire this week and GM and Ford plan production cuts with 13 lines closed and 255,000 of 683,000 blue collar workers laid off. GM cut prices on nine small cars by 104 to 313 dollars while Vega kept its price.
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