Foreign aid bill for former Soviet Union approved
Rep. William Broomfield said the $600 million in new aid to the former Soviet Union is an investment in peace and prosperity for future generations. The measure won endorsement in the House Foreign Affairs Committee amid environmental commentary from Carl Pope and observations on Bush’s standings post Rio Summit.
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Olin switches stance on balanced budget amendment
Rep. Jim Olin of Virginia recalls meeting with President Bush as the president sought votes for the balanced budget amendment. Olin, originally a supporter, says he changed his position to oppose the measure after discussions about cuff links funded by the Republican National Committee.
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Opinion: Deficit politics linger after failed balanced budget bid
Our Opinion notes the balanced budget amendment is dead yet political rhetoric persists ahead of the November election. It argues Republicans pursue fiscal sanity to label Democrats as fiscally irresponsible while Democrats counterattack by pressuring Bush to cut spending. The piece sees a possible silver lining if both parties push for actual spending restraint, despite the electoral incentives to play Scrooge.
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Social Security earnings cap debate revisited
In a nonstandard year lawmakers debate raising the 65 to 69 earnings limit from 10,200 to 51,000 by 2001 with a tax hike on higher earners to fund benefits. Critics warn the plan costs the trust fund and pushes payroll taxes, while Bush would likely veto.
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Best jails guide draws ire and dubious menus
John K. Manna critiques a supposed top ten jails list noting inmates in Fairbanks Alaska savor Captain's Plate meals while others in Evans County Georgia Clark County Nevada Brooksville Florida and Boulder Colorado face mixed fare. He questions credibility and contrasts perks like nightly videos outside bets with skimpy meals.
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Perot Vox Populi Hour a Wacky Political Idea
The Washington Post ABC News poll shows Perot at 38 percent with Bush 30 and Clinton 26 early June. The piece critiques Perot's televised town meetings, arguing they are impractical, vulnerable to manipulation, and unlikely to yield clear governance.
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Veteran’s obituary prompts critic over local coverage
A letter criticizes The News for poor local coverage of veteran John Walzer of New Castle. The writer praises the Youngstown Vindicator for its in-depth tribute, acknowledges hospital care, and extends gratitude to VFW, American Legion, and McGonigle Funeral Home.
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Letters to the Editor Readers urged to submit for publication
The New Castle News invites letters up to 350 words with name address and phone number for verification. No anonymous letters accepted and edits may occur for length or grammar. libelous content rejected. The writer requests space for Cal Thomas to join Harris Cassels and Graham in balanced editorials. Frank J. Farone
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Senior Citizens Plea for Half-Price Trash Bags
Mary Knight asks City Council why seniors in New Castle cannot buy blue garbage bags at half price while public housing residents get free bags. She also urges a weekly trash burn as a concession, arguing seniors have served the country and deserve relief.
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