Brady law reduces gun purchases in Valley first week
The Phoenix Police Department reports 1 in 10 would-be handgun buyers were turned away under the Brady background checks during the first Valley week. Of 738 prospective buyers, 73 were rejected, with some East Valley shops showing lower rates. The piece notes the law bans sales to felons, illegal aliens, drug users, and those with mental incompetence or dishonorable military discharge, while acknowledging questions about alternative purchase avenues.
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Preventing workplace violence discussed at police chiefs meeting
The International Association of Chiefs of Police meeting in St Louis focuses on rising workplace violence with 33 percent more homicides, urging employers to expand counseling, improve security, and prepare displaced workers as companies restructure and adopt new technology. Joseph Kinney of the National Safe Workplace Institute notes stresses, warning signs, and humane yet protective personnel policy.
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Civil injustice in Texas officers shooting suspect sparks FBI review
A Texas incident where two law officers in an altercation with a suspect led to the suspect being shot twice prompts an FBI civil rights inquiry. The writer questions whether officers retain rights while enforcing the law and defends officers actions, arguing the criminal's rights should not override law enforcement.
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Clinton health care reform clash sparks sharp debate
Senator Moynihan warned against a broad medical overhaul claiming Americans already have top care. He argued reform could lower quality and raise taxes, while Mrs Clinton opposed saving every undercapitalized business. A recent Canadian doctor’s remarks closed the fragment.
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Truth speakers challenge power in local press feud
A reader defends Ford Haverly and like minded truth tellers against suppression by powerful critics. The letter argues courage in journalism, cites historical figures, and condemns Cr ae Tribune columnist D MacEachern for a dismissive stance on independent voices opposing the baseball stadium tax.
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Local rights and county rule making in Arizona debate
David Matusow argues against Senate Bill 1236 asserting it strips counties of autonomy and overcentralizes power. He cites federal state county layering as a model, urging minimum standards with local bodies able to tighten rules while preserving public safety and local input. Chandler.
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Congressional pork grows larger and puzzled readers
Paul S. Ypsilanti of The Tribune questions why eleven billion in earthquake relief for California allegedly funds reach a Pennsylvania railroad station in New York City. He cites Sen Byrd's twenty million for his state and recalls a reporter being called a vulture. The letter invites public views with full contact details.
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