Goetz verdict rebukes vigilante myths in New York case
After a New York jury acquitted Bernhard Goetz of attempted murder in the 1984 subway shooting, critics warn the verdict may invite vigilantism. The case sparked debate over self defense vs fear driven action as Goetz, daily life under intense public scrutiny, and the question of whether he became a symbol of either crime victims' defender or a villain.
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Congress blamed as savings rate falls in 1980s trend
The Wall Street Journal warns personal savings rate will drop to 3.6 percent of disposable income this year, the lowest since 1947. The Dallas Morning News notes that Congress has repeatedly altered saver incentives, edging away from pro saving policy while promoting IRAs, creating public doubt about saving.
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Recycling trash laws hit Lawrence County need to act
Harrisburg proposed state rules would require municipalities with 10 000 plus residents to recycle within two years and those with 5000 to 10000 within three. Ellwood City Neshannock Shenango Union and New Castle would be affected with separate containers for glass aluminum yard waste and mandatory business recycling. Support argues voluntary recycling won t work while opponents fear costs and logistics. Local officials note trash currently goes to Ohio and urge action to create jobs and cleaner communities.
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Workfare fails without skills and real opportunities
John E. Jacob argues that workfare alone does not reduce welfare rolls. GAO finds modest job prospects gains from most programs, many funded by the Work Incentive Program. He cites Massachusetts as a voluntary model with emphasis on education and training, plus the need for child care, transportation, and real job opportunities.
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Birth of a Nation a Lincolnic Dream on Freedom and Race
A poetic chronicle traces a poor boy rising to become Abraham Lincoln, from humble beginnings to legal greatness and decisive mercy. It links his compassion, anti slavery acts, and vision of race harmony to a transformed nation. Also notes czar title origin from Caesar in Roman imperial context.
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Iran the Contras and the Constitution
In the bicentennial year the Iran Contra hearings offer lessons on how secrecy, accountability, and the balance of power shape the Constitution. Rep. Hamilton warns that government must share truth, Congress must oversee foreign policy, and officials cannot evade responsibility.
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