Ban TV political ads to curb deceit and restore grass roots
In a call to reform campaign politics Royko argues for banning TV political advertising to curb smears and cheap tricks. He notes tobacco and alcohol ads were banned for public good and says long air time from big money distorts democracy. He envisions campaigns rebuilt around door knocking and real debates.
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U.S. Senate
Michael Huffington
Abe Lincoln
Thomas Jefferson
Huffington
Elks Clubs
Senate
Colorado Springs schools sell ad space to fund district
El Paso County's School District 11 became the nations first to sell advertising in 53 schools. Ads line gyms buses halls and maps raising about 100000 so far with district share 59000. The plan aims to reach 300000 next year to cover a 1994 95 budget shortfall.
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Burger King
District 11
Colorado Springs
Colo
Clorado Springs
Ane
el Paso County
Reilly
Palmer High School
Pepsi
Shoney’s
The
Public Service Co
Colorado
PSC
Louie the Lightning Bug
Jay Engeln
Palmer
Tracy Cooper
Engeln
Japan plans more school Saturdays meet resistance
Japan moves to cancel classes two Saturdays a month in public schools drawing pushback from teachers students and parents. Critics say a six day week already harsh and worry lost time for activities sports and free time. An Education Ministry poll found 47 percent oppose the change citing more playtime concerns.
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Tokyo
Japan
Mitsuo Arai
Senzoku No. 1
Sankei
United States
Education Ministry
Free Report Reveals Secret To Highest Home Price
A free report from Lori at Byers & Happel Iowa Realty promises the little known secret to getting the highest price when selling a home in Cedar Rapids Iowa. Call 1 800 867 6211 for a free recorded message and copy of the report available 24 hours.
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Cedar Rapids
Iowa
Cantar
U.S
Associated Press
Ere, Inc
P.O
Blue Cross
Blue Shield
Branson Adventures
Byers & Happel
Iowa Realty Arma Lous Carmike Cinemas
Castle Sports
Darrells Video & Appliances
Foreman & Clark
Great Plains Supply Hall
Iowa Public Television
Otter
Kenwood House
Iowa City
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