Constitution Humility and Faith in Editorial Voices
The Daily Telegraph highlights press freedom and religious sentiment with sections on editorial consensus and a Bible verse. Publisher Gary Adkisson and Executive Editor Thomas A Colley oversee the page. A Bible quotation from Psalms 1 1 2 anchors the column.
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Editorial Reflections on School Violence and Caution
An editorial urges caution in interpreting past school incidents and distinguishing between threats and mere misbehavior. It notes cases from elementary to college level, including an Arkansas student suspended for a breaded chicken strip threat and a girl who averted a rampage by spotting bombs in photos, stressing preventive care and patience.
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Arkansas
Reflections on home lessons and character education
Larry Hypes argues education begins at home but schools now run character education programs in Tazewell County to reinforce civic values. He notes teachers often are parents, cites Mercelene Cox on real character, discusses changing parenting due to modernization, and warns about rising violence and societal pressures. He urges home and church as anchors, acknowledging incidents that reshaped expectations and the need for better training for teachers.
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Mercelene Cox
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NFL
Dorothy Parker
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Letters condemn Democrats demand accountability
A reader argues the Democratic Party should condemn certain figures and hold them responsible for Americans. Named individuals include James Carville Paul Begala Lanny Davis Ron Manuel Ann Lewis and others. The letter closes with a harsh judgment and a remark about trash in trash out.
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James Carvile
Paul Begala
Lanny Davis
Ron Manual
Ann Lewis
Maurice Smith
Clintons blamed for alleged White House staff misdeeds
A reader letter criticizes Clinton White House staff for alleged misconduct and defense contractors and urges accountability. The writer targets Democrats and cites Maxine Waters and Dick Gephardt while calling for punishment and public censure from the party.
Bush faith based initiative faces political and legal hurdles
Washington argues Bush seeks to expand church and synagogue roles in welfare with performance based funding. Critics warn of favoritism and coercion while supporters cite charitable choice under 1996 reforms. The plan may trigger lawsuits as courts and public opinion shape its fate. Jack Anderson and Douglas Cohn.
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Clinton
Joseph Lieberman
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Reality TV births spark debate over public sharing
A writer questions ABCs plan to broadcast labor on Good Morning America. She notes the privacy loss and potential spectacle as millions watch, while acknowledging birth as miraculous though intensely intimate. She cites ethical concerns and contrasts public celebration with personal dignity.
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Good Morning America
Shelley Ross
Andy Warhol
Ross
Nancy Snyderman
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