Editorial warns of dangers in winner take all electoral system
The piece notes the gap between popular and electoral votes in the 1992 election and recalls past cases where the popular winner lost the presidency. It argues for or against replacing the Electoral College with direct national popular vote, urging readers to embrace the direct vote as closer to one person one vote and to ensure the winner is the popular vote winner.
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George Bush
Ross Perot
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Perot
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Nebraska
John Quincy Adams
Rutherford B. Hayes
Benjamin Harrison
Jimmy Carter
Ohio
Hawaii
Gerald Ford
Carter
Youth rises in Congress but age lags behind
The AP notes the Democratic caucus chose William Natcher of Kentucky as chairman of the Appropriations Committee, succeeding Jamie Whitten who has been in ill health and is 82. The piece suggests a hopeful new generation may be arriving yet points to the seniority of its leaders.
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Bill Clinton
Associated Press
U.S
House of Representatives
Jamie Whitten
Chamber
Appropriations Committee
Whitten
William Natcher
Kentucky
Ameri
Princeton
Woodrow Wilson
Jimmy Carter
Wilson
Versailles
Carter
Ronald Reagan
Reagan
John Kennedy
Kennedy
Little Rock
Presi
Clinton conference a triumph for policy nerds
In Little Rock the incoming president showcased deep economic knowledge, drawing praise for engaging serious scholars and business leaders. The piece argues Clinton’s event revitalizes nerds as public policy heroes and suggests future talks could shape his economic agenda with a loyal wonk base.
Sanctity of life in abortion debate echoed in letters
Letters recount a shift in judicial thinking since 1967 as New Jersey case law protected unalienable life. The writer argues that the sanctity of a single human life outweighs concerns about embryo defects and cites the idea that a pre born child is a person.
Political gridlock and bipartisanship in government
Craig E Seeley Jr argues that political gridlock stems from partisan polarization in Congress and within the Christian community. He proposes equal representation from each major party, a three-presidents system, and prayerful candor to reach mutually beneficial consensus. He criticizes partisanship, investigations, and funding tied to partisan aims.
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Craig E. Seeley Jr
Sixth St
Bible authors and divine guidance in government
The text argues that while Bible authors were humans, the scriptures were inspired by God. It claims the Ten Commandments were written by the finger of God and form the basis of law, urging government guided by God's spirit and righteousness. It emphasizes that holy men were led by God and that the Holy Spirit remains a gift to believers.
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God
Editorials Clash Over School Merger Policy
Glen Easterday argues The Gazette pushes inconsistent merger support and questions whether editorials press boards beyond lawful neutrality. He cites editorial bias, calls for policy consistency, and defends unpaid board leadership from nit-picking restrictions.
Media Critics Clash Over News Tactics
Gary Fisher of Marion argues that KGAN-TV and The Gazette should stop editorializing and sensationalizing misfortune for ratings. He criticizes Rich Herbst and Mark Bowden, urging both outlets to provide objective, well sourced reporting instead of entertainment driven news.
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Rich Herbst
Kgan-Tv
KGAN
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Gazette
Herbst
Mark Bowden
Gary Fisher
Seventh Ave
Marion
Right and hedge in language questions from readers
A reader packet covers shorthand for markets in headlines, the word spritz definition and usage, and a plea on whether media should be treated as singular or plural. It notes common pitfalls in journalism style and pluralization.
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Mary Alice Ericson
Pacific Rim
Commonwealth of Independent States
Soviet Union
Iowa City
Army
Jury
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