Editorials on Kevorkian verdict and assisted death policy
The piece argues jurors found Kevorkian did not murder but eased suffering, challenging Michigan's ban and signaling far reaching implications for states like Arizona. It notes public opinion shifting toward allowing patient autonomy in end of life decisions, questions government restriction, and predicts slow evolution through federal court rulings, with Washington state already facing constitutional challenges.
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Thal
Michigan
Kevorkian
Arizona
Jack Kevorkian
Washington State
Taking Control of a Fraying Border Debate
Arizona and other border states fear rising costs and out of control immigration as officials report scarce Border Patrol resources, makeshift barriers, and weak enforcement. The piece argues securing the border is a federal duty and urges Congress and the Clinton administration to boost staffing and enforcement to protect economics, housing, and relations with Mexico.
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Salt River Indian Community eyes economic boom along corridor
Hal DeKeyser notes Salt River Pima Maricopa’s economic strategy centers on land along a freeway corridor. President Makil envisions retail, light industry, and recreation with controlled growth, while possibly exploring gambling later. He urges respect and recognition of the tribe as a respected economic entity amid skepticism and prejudice.
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van Makil
Aretha Franklin
Kevin Johnson
America West Airlines
Makil
Salt River
Clinton
Tribune Business
Michele McDonald
Mercury
America
Ivan Makil
Scottsdale
Mesa
Valley abortionist criticized by readers in letters page
A Valley physician and abortion provider, Dr. Brian Finkel, is denounced in a letters column for his stance and tactics. The writer attacks Finkel and groups like Operation Rescue and Queer Nation, while comparing abortion rhetoric to fascism and noting violent imagery. The letter urges readers to sign and submit letters with full author details to the Tribune.
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Operation Rescue
Finkel
Branch Davidians
Waco
Texas
Josef Mengele
Auschwitz
Children of the Rosary
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