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Newspaper
Bluefield Daily Telegraph
Location
Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Mar 13, 2003
Page
4
A reflection on Red Skelton's 1950s pledge explanation as a timeless tale of patriotism and civic duty. The piece recalls a bygone era when national pride shaped daily life, from school ceremonies to stadiums, and notes the addition of "under God" to the pledge.
Publisher Randy Deason and editors News Editor and State Editor Samantha Perry are named alongside Barbara Hawkins Bob Redd and Thomas A Colley as executive and managing editors and city county editors. The message includes a biblical quote.
Republicans pressed to curb bills in the 2003 West Virginia session as Senate Republicans including Vic Sprouse opposed the workers’ compensation compromise. Gov. Wise blamed the stalemate on GOP opposition, urging a special session to forge a bipartisan plan balancing premiums and state finances. Democratic lawmakers advocate unity beyond party lines to avoid taxpayer costs.
A reader from Princeton West Virginia argues the U S should fund domestic needs before abroad. He cites Iraq war costs and social programs, questions sovereignty, and urges national unity and prayer while defending intervention to topple Hussein. The letter reflects concerns over funding, healthcare, and moral duty.
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