Constitutional Preamble and Editorial Motto Highlighted
The passage cites the First Amendment freedoms and notes that the editorial opinions reflect the Daily Telegraph Editorial Board. It quotes the executive editor Thomas A. Colley and begins with the biblical blessing “In the beginning God created the heaven and the earth.”
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Editorials Budget 2002 Compromise on a historic budget plan
The editorial argues that a 2002 budget compromise could be historic by curbing election-year tax cuts and aiming for a balanced budget and potential embryonic surplus. It highlights a 3 percent growth cap, a total spending rise near 1.9 trillion in 2002, and a $245 billion tax cut looming next year. Defense, Medicare, and Medicaid spending are discussed amid likely clashes with major lobbies.
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Education controversies across states spur WV pride jab
Charleston Daily Mail columnist contrasts education woes in District of Columbia and Chicago with Detroit and Philadelphia against West Virginia gains. He notes DC budget overruns and early closures, Chicago corruption, NYC school security debates, Detroit dropout fears, Philadelphia exam failures, then touts WV’s comparatively better graduation and dropout figures. Rep Bob Wise comments on party switching in a local race.
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Community thanks after May accident and school coverage
A letter from Larry and Mary Kinzer of Bluefield WV thanks friends family and church members for support after their son Richard's May 10 automobile accident near Lorton Lick Road. They commend Bluefield Rescue Squad and local schools and note continued prayers for recovery.
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White House watch says think twice before answering
President Clinton faces more nomination turndowns than most presidents. Foster, a renowned black obstetrician, was rejected amid anti abortion backlash and a hostile White House staff. Senators Gramm and Dole led opposition while others like Bennett and Inman declined, leaving many administration posts unfilled. Ann McFeatters reports from the White House.
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A Hyena in Our Streets Reflects a Crime Tale
Bill Berdine of Princeton reflects on rising violent crime in cities from a hyena metaphor. He contrasts street crime with past jail stigma, notes youths turning to drugs and armed robbery, and criticizes modern prisons, entertainment, and perceived moral shifts.
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