Mesa mayor Willie Wong faces renewed term amid health doubts
The Tribune urges re election of Mayor Willie Wong despite October stroke recovery. It highlights his consensus building, agenda focus on economic development, Downtown Vision, Gang Prevention, Williams Gateway redevelopment, library and recreation expansion, and notes fatigue and memory issues. It warns about challengers Kirby Allen and Dana Harper while urging broader candidate depth for 1996.
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Arizona compromise trims Success by Six bill in stability act
Gov. Symington and Republican lawmakers reached a partial agreement on the Arizona Children and Families Stability Act. The trimmed Success by Six provisions cover prenatal care immunizations and nutrition with counseling for low income families while dropping an expanded preschool program. Provisions to monitor implementation were added to assess impact on health safety and early education. Some critics say adding home visits by lawmakers would improve oversight.
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Readers respond to Clinton health plan and Goldwater critique
Scottsdale Progress Tribune reader letters discuss national health care proposals and political figures. Contributors praise Barry Goldwater for staying true to his beliefs while criticizing G. Gordon Liddy for opportunism. Editor Hal DeKeyser notes readers may submit their opinions for publication.
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Campaign turmoil in Mesa over Wong mayoral bid
A concerned Mesa resident questions Willie Wong and allies, recalling a yearslong city job loss tied to illness, and criticizes council immunity for future mayoral winners. The speaker urges unity around Mesa Vision Plan funding and public-private cooperation to realize future growth.
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History made in Mesa on February 22
History was made in Mesa as a three hour session transformed the city into a vigorous, vital community of the 21st century. The effort, often emotional, culminated in unanimous acclaim by participants and local leaders.
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Local voter endorses Joan Payne for council seat
A resident urges the public to support Joan Payne as a council member. The letter highlights Payne safety, family values, courage, and suitability based on six years of acquaintance and service ideals.
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