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Unacceptable talk shapes a dangerous 2016 campaign
The editorial condemns Donald Trump rhetoric for sowing hate and fear, citing calls to deport immigrants and ban Muslims, plus belittling remarks about women and a breastfeeding pause by a lawmaker. It warns such rhetoric threatens democracy and civil rights, urging vigilance ahead of the election.
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New Castle Growth Criticizes Lost Industrial Era and Downtown Decline
Reader argues New Castle, once pivotal to the Industrial Revolution, now shows decay in downtown shops and landmarks. He cites Elks and Centennial buildings, Towne Mall, Mahoningtown rail lines, and Greenwood Cemetery neglect, urging aggressive tax abatements to attract industry and halt decline. Walmart cited as example of long tax abatements.
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Court ends gag rule for doctors in fracking cases
Pennsylvania Supreme Court struck down Act 13 provisions that barred doctors from publicly sharing information gathered from drilling companies about chemical exposure. The ruling, joined by three justices, finds the rule unconstitutional as creating a special law for the fracking industry and notes doctors can seek data through other state channels.
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