Hammond forum invites public on future plans for city
Hammond leaders urge residents to attend a February 5 forum at Southeastern Louisiana University to discuss plans for making Hammond a diverse, inclusive city of choice. Nine discussion groups cover safety recreation education housing services infrastructure and growth. Comment cards will be available and results go to the 2020 Commission for eventual City Council approval.
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Hammond
2020 Commission
Southeastern Louisiana University
N. General Pershing St
Tallo
Hammond Rotary Club
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Hammond's 2005 Public Forum Set for February 5
The event aims at educational strategy with registration from 8 to 9 a.m. at Southeastern Louisiana University Teacher Education Center located at 1200 N. General Pershing St. The program runs 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and includes strategy sessions.
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Southeastern Louisiana University
N. General Pershing St
Debate on two party system in U S democracy
Roman Heleniak argues against abandoning the two party system despite calls for reform. He notes historical splits from Jefferson and Hamilton and cautions that a multi party system could empower fringe groups and lead to unstable elections. He reflects on past reforms and warns of potential runoffs and electoral complications.
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Seneca Falls
N.Y
Congress
Ross Perot
Donald Trump
House of Representatives
Edwards
Duke
Hobson
Two party system serves nation well through history
The author argues that since the 1790s the United States has run on a two party system, which has served the nation well and will continue to do so. After traveling globally and living abroad, they affirm the value of the American system and its lifestyle.
Two party system debated in Readers Forum letter
Art Palmer argues the United States needs the two party framework but criticizes political figures and proposes careful choice of leaders. He cites Jefferson and Washington, defends the Constitution, and dismisses third party futile efforts while contesting Gore and Bradley on race and slavery comments.
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Iowa
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Mr. Gore
Jefferson
Jesus Christ
Art Palmer
Springfield
McCain Campaign Bus Seeks Big Reform Message
Ben Wattenberg analyzes John McCain on the road in New Hampshire as he hustles through a 15 hour day, delivering five or six speeches, debating finance reform, and redefining a maverick image. The piece weighs his odds against Bradley Gore and Bush, noting media waves and public cynicism about money in politics.
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McCain
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Money Organization
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Jackson
George McGovern
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Iowa
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