Opinion: Social Security reform debate continues
Our Opinion argues that Bush and Clinton share the same core aim to boost returns on Social Security funds amid privatization talks. It notes the need for details, risks of stock-market investments, temporary funding to offset revenue loss, and the political courage required to reform the system for both older and younger Americans.
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George W. Bush
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al Gore
Gun buybacks fall flat in view of limits
Scripps Howard News Service notes critics say buyback programs fail to reduce gun violence. The Christian Science Monitor cites Seattle’s $100,000 effort showing no significant effect on deaths or crime. Critics argue these programs pull rarely used guns and can’t curb overall availability.
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Christian Science Monitor
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Scripps Howard News Service
Blood Pressure Advisory Urges Focus on Top Reading
Dr Daniel Levy of the Framingham Heart Study coauthored an advisory urging physicians to emphasize the systolic or top number in blood pressure readings. The remark notes many doctors have not yet become aggressive in treating patients with elevated systolic values.
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Daniel Levy
Framingham Heart Study
Iran Spy Trial Draws Global Warning
Secretary of State Madeleine Albright said worldwide governments watch Iran as 13 Jews face trial on espionage charges, warning that the outcome will have repercussions beyond Iran. The remark places international attention on Tehran's legal proceedings and potential regional impact.
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Iran
Madeleine Albright
Protest on Vieques Island Ends Calmly After Sweep
Federal agents cleared protesters at Puerto Rico’s Vieques Island without serious incident. Attorney General Janet Reno said all indications show the demonstrators conducted themselves peacefully and with dignity during the operation at the U S Navy training site.
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Atlantic Training Ground
Puerto Rico
Vieques Island
Battle Over Biotech Sparks Public Debate
Mitchel Olszak editorializes in the New Castle News that public opposition to plant and animal genetic engineering grows despite safety and environmental considerations. He notes fears of unknown risks, potential allergen transfer, pesticide resistance, and gene flow to weeds, urging discernment over blanket rejection.
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The
New Castle News
Microsofts antitrust battle reshapes public view of Gates
The piece contrasts public affection for Bill Gates with government antitrust action against Microsoft. It frames Gates as a sympathetic figure while outlining broader trust-busting ideas, noting public splits over monopoly claims, the role of government, and the tension between innovation and regulation. Joel Klein is cited defending legal action.
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Microsoft
Gates
Joel Klein
Elian Gonzalez and Cuba Evoke Rights Controversy
The line blurs between U.S. and Cuba as editorials claim Elian Gonzalez faces coercion and brainwashing if returned to Cuba. Critics liken U.S. action to Castro era tactics and warn of armed raids and coercive detention. The 11th Circuit discusses his asylum application legality.
Reader letters and Elian case prompt freedom debate
The New Castle News invites letters up to 350 words with name address and phone for verification. A reader, Joseph K Waltenbaugh of New Castle, contends the Elian Gonzalez custody dispute illustrates a loss of freedom under Castro and warns of government coercion. He argues the boy will be conditioned to say what authorities dictate.
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