Bayh Enters Democratic Prez Race Fans Moral Leadership Debate
George F. Will discusses Sen. Birch Bayh announcing a presidential bid while stressing Bayh’s claimed lack of burning desire. The column notes Bayh’s use of moral leader rhetoric, his Shirkieville comments, and contrasts his stance with McGovern era earnestness in a broader look at Democratic nomination dynamics.
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Inwood Mack and Sorrell Deserving of Re election
The Middletown Journal endorses incumbents Dudley Inwood Mary Alice Mack and Stanley Sorrell for re election to the Middletown City Commission. They supported downtown redevelopment city building and arts projects while advancing roads water recreation and environment. They have shown leadership and community connection. The article notes the Middletown Mall but urges voters to retain the current trio for stability.
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Back up front a front of the plane and race
Jim Fiebig reflects on racial progress from Ali in coach to black families buying homes. He argues attitudes have shifted from segregation era to present, noting changes in neighborhood dynamics and the metaphor of moving toward the front.
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Letters to the Editor raise concerns over mall plan and tax waste
A reader criticizes Middletown mall redevelopment as overextended with eight restaurants and 32 shops. They urge practical improvements like parking and small-scale fixes, arguing federal funds fueled misguided investment and local blight.
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Revenge of the apple knockers and New York finance
In a polemic linking Al Smith era prejudices to modern politics, the piece argues New York faces a looming fiscal crisis. It cites John G. Heimann’s Moreland Act Commission findings on urban debts, rising short term borrowing, non guaranteed bonds, and the need for prudent controls amid a shrinking population and slow growth.
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