Opinion: Leaders must face facts in 2008 bid
Our opinion argues that future presidents must accept responsibility and not blame others. It cites Joe Biden and a Rotary Club speech in South Carolina on Mexico and corruption, then contends that illegal drugs and immigration stem from U.S. demand and hiring practices. The piece urges candor, courage, and accountability for any presidential candidate.
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Mexico
Lems
America
Democrats offer welcome changes after midterm shock
King Features Syndicate argues for Democratic gains after Republicans lose power, praising oversight restoration and accountability. It criticizes GOP arrogance and money in politics, notes Rumsfeld’s resignation, and asserts a majority-led Congress will set the agenda, urging continued debate and diversity of opinion.
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Donald Rumsfeld
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Webb and Bush clash over Iraq at White House reception
Senate winner Jim Webb of Virginia publicly pressed President Bush to withdraw troops from Iraq after a tense exchange at a White House reception for new lawmakers. The moment echoed earlier civility debates sparked by Eartha Kitt in 1968 and Lady Bird Johnson’s controversial luncheon remarks. Schumer called Webb’s stance nontraditional yet principled.
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Washington Post
Jim Webb
D-Va
Webb
Lady Bird Johnson
Time Magazine
Eartha
Kitt
Eartha Kitt
Europe
Naval Academy
Quantico
Vietnam
Senate
Iraq
Charles Schumer
DNY
Laidlaw group seeks more parade coverage
A Laidlaw Bus Co employee criticizes The News for overlooking the company’s parade involvement in Veterans Day and Light Up Night events. He notes hours spent decorating buses and sewing original costumes, praising the manager, drivers, monitors, and mechanics and urging better future coverage for New Castle parades.
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Laidlaw Bus Co
Laidlaw
New Castle
Memorial dedicated to veterans at Cascade Park
The dedication of the Southwest Asia Memorial at Cascade Park honors all veterans. Lawrence County Veterans Council earned credit for the project, though the idea originated with Michael L. Orielli Jr II, commander of Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 315. Teammates Tom Lane and Billy Chill helped bring the memorial to reality, with many donors contributing time, money, and materials.
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Cascade Park
Lawrence County Veterans Council
Veterans of Foreign Wars Post
25Th District
Michael L. Orelli Jr
Mike
Tom Lane
Billy Chill
Letters to the Editor guidelines at New Castle News
Readers are invited to mail signed letters to the editor at New Castle News Box 60 New Castle Pa 16103. Letters must stay under 300 words and may be edited to fit style and grammar standards.
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