Congress Should Keep Special Prosecutor Law
Our Opinion argues to preserve the 1978 Ethics in Government Act that empowers independent counsels to probe executive branch wrongdoing. It cites Iran Contra cases, North and Meese probes, and Walsh's investigations, contending removal of independents would erode public trust and overload local authorities. The piece says constitutional challenges exist but Congress can assign proper duties to courts and preserves accountability.
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Lawmakers seek license suspensions for underage drinking
Harrisburg lawmakers push a bill to suspend the driver's license of anyone found guilty of underage drinking even if they are not near a vehicle. Supporters call it a strong deterrent, while critics say it is a heavy handed, unfair response that fails to address why teens turn to alcohol. Former Gov. Thornburgh vetoed a similar measure, noting its fairness concerns.
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Europe’s stance on U S leadership amid Europe’s unrest
Buckley argues Europe’s anti American sentiment has stabilized but remains distrustful of U S leadership in NATO. He contrasts European protests against Reagan with stronger opposition to Soviet tyranny, noting Gorbachev’s appeal and questioning long term U S role and a potential staged military withdrawal.
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World population nears 5 billion as experts debate timing
Demographers debate exact 5 billion threshold with estimates ranging from mid-1987 to July or August. Population growth rates vary worldwide with China rising from 1985 to 1986 and projections showing a long term peak near 10 billion by 2060.
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The Hell Debate in a New Castle Letter
A reader argues for eternal punishment and hell as taught by Christian scripture. Pastor Tim Brose of Grace Bible Church encourages salvation by grace, citing verses from Daniel Matthew Mark Hebrews and Ephesians to urge readers toward forgiveness through Jesus.
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Death of God leaves humanity adrift without moral values
Michael J. McManus reports on Chuck Colson, founder of Prison Fellowship, arguing that Nietzsche's God is dead as a force in modern life. He cites state and private actions causing mass deaths, abortion, euthanasia, and a shift from sanctity to quality of life. Colson urges Christians to live Biblical obedience, visit prisons, care for the poor, and speak for the voiceless.
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