Victim impact statements on trial death penalties stir debate
Editorial argues that crime victims should present impact statements in all sentencing, noting 36 states permit this and criticizing the Supreme Court's 5 4 ruling that bans such statements in capital cases. It cites the Booth case and urges jurors weigh harms to victims alongside crime.
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High Court
Maryland
Lewis Powell
Powell
John Booth
Irvin
Rose Bronstein
Bronsteins
Booth
Justice Powell
Debate Over Gene Manipulation and Extinct Species Rescue
The piece weighs the ethics of genetic engineering as a tool to save endangered life, noting the dusky seaside sparrow’s extinction after failed cross breeding. It highlights tissue banking at the University of Georgia and contemplates whether science can outpace natural extinction through future cloning.
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M& Rch
Disney World
Orlando
University of Georgia
Scorn for Campaign Cash Oversimplifies Influence
A columnist argues that journalism favors ideas over money in politics and notes the Progressive tradition shaping coverage. He cites Common Cause reforms, press bias toward labor and ghostwriting, and suggests limiting PAC funding may push candidates toward local contributions, while warning against moralism.
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Common Cause
Austin Ranney
Accountability versus tyranny in Iran contra era politics
A Boston opinion piece argues accountability is the core constitutional principle at stake in the Iran contra affair. It criticizes Oliver North for invoking the Fifth Amendment and denounces Justice Department opposition to independent counsels, urging Congress and Walsh to restore accountability and protect constitutional checks.
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Iran
Washington
America
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Reagan
Bolton
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Walsh
Lee Hamilton
House Investigating Committee
Feelings of Insurance Fear and Hospital Worries
The speaker describes persistent feelings about insurance coverage and possible denial of claims. They fear blackballing by the industry, doubt the value of psychiatric help, and worry about hospital care and medical errors by a questionable doctor.
Feelings on Aspirin Yale Cars and Presidential Fears
A reflective piece lists personal judgments about others and society. It surveys attitudes toward aspirin use, Yale alumni, German cars, and entertainment careers, then shifts to political hopes and fears about Reagan and future presidents with self aware irony.
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