Opinion on China trade and rights amid Amnesty critique
Our Opinion argues strong economic ties with China help politics and reform, while Amnesty International's Tiananmen anniversary report highlights abuses. It questions consumer ethics of Chinese-made goods and suggests selective trade barriers as a moral signal without full restrictions.
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Crime Commission criticized as out of control in Harrisburg paper
The Patriot-News denounces the state Crime Commission led by Michael J. Reilly as wasteful and corrupt. It accuses Reilly of unfounded insinuations against lawmakers and calls for abolishing the agency after 14 years of limited results and reputational harm.
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Debt relief clash with Iraq loans sparks lunch promise
Sen. Patrick Leahy cites 1.9 billion in bad Iraq loans as wasted funds that could have funded hot lunches for 9.5 million schoolchildren daily, while Sen. Robert Byrd criticizes late night indecency gaps as he pushes to extend the FCC ban on indecent programming from 8 p.m. to midnight.
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Senator Glenn cites GAO audit on Pentagon overpayments
Senator John Glenn expresses skepticism about a GAO audit revealing $731 million in Pentagon overpayments last year. He argues the findings show insufficient improvement despite expenditures and questions the management of defense contracts.
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Newspaper strike threatens Pittsburgh Post Gazette future
Mitchel Olszak, editorial page editor of The News, argues the Pittsburgh strike by Teamsters against The Press endangers the Post Gazette, noting print remains essential for broad coverage and reader ties. He warns of long-term damage, potential death of the Post Gazette, and loss of competition in a two-newspaper city.
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Hypocrisy on Violence Across American Life and Media
Opinion argues Americans condemn violence only when it harms the poor and minority communities. It accuses politicians, media, and cultural figures of excusing or praising violence in wars and entertainment while condemning inner city shootings and youth aggression. The piece questions laboring on gun blame and media stereotypes.
Memorial Day crowds draw to Lawrence County events
Editor notes Memorial Day weekend attracted large crowds to Lawrence County with Mc Connell s Mill State Park Balloon Quest and numerous activities drawing visitors from across the region. Highlights included the All Breed Dog Show at the Fairgrounds with entrants from California and the Horse Association Show with horses from Canada Florida Iowa and Wisconsin plus softball tournaments in Mahoningtown and Ellwood City and events at S N P J shopping in Volant and a car show. Local concerts featured Ron and Carolyn Patty and the Living Treasures Animal Park also generating visitor interest.
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Memorial Day letters and honors praised in New Castle News
Readers urged to submit letters to the editor with name address and phone number. Lawrence County Veterans Council member Frank Piccari enhanced Memorial Day by painting the memorial eagle, adding white crosses with candles, and carnations, a moving tribute amid an unfortunate accident. Robert E. Emerick expresses gratitude.
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