Farewell to Frederick County commissioners as new board rises
The departing board members share mixed remembrances amid praise and criticism. Sundergill, Bowerman, and Yingling reflect on accomplishments and flaws, noting slow decisions and past tax talk. The editorial urges the new board to learn from history and avoid repeating old mistakes.
Group rights critique of minority hiring debate
James Lafferty argues that focusing on group rights sustains discrimination and that hiring should be based on individual merit. He rebuts Willie J. Mahone and Norman Quist about minority hiring goals, urging equal opportunity for all individuals and denouncing entitlements by race or group.
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Willie J. Mahone
Mahone
Frederick County
Quist
U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission
Shelby Steele
Miami summit yields guarded optimism from Clinton and partners
Observer notes encouraging signs from the Miami gathering as Clinton and Latin American and Canadian leaders sign declarations and outline plans amid lingering skepticism. The 1967 Johnson era promise of a Common Market of the Americas faded due to inaction, leaving doubts about follow through.
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Canada
Latin America
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Western Hemisphere
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Americas
Miami summit to set hemisphere trade agenda and NAFTA step
Jack Payton reports on the Miami gathering where Latin American democracies back a Free Trade Area of the Americas with a 2005 target. Chile's entry into NAFTA is the concrete first move, while broader goals on democracy poverty and anti corruption face uncertain prospects and potential delays.
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Fort Detracts Honor: Local News Summary Aims at Maryland
A Maryland Ninth Army member Alton Shaff faces temp duty for rehab. Orphan's Court weighs precedence over Federal Rent Control. Paul R. Staley, son of Frederick residents, graduates at Camp Lejeune Field Telephone School. Frederick County reaffirms Policeman of the Year Award. New Market eyes property tax relief for commercial space. Walkersville bypass priority rises due to state and local officials. School head warns Who's Who invitations may be sales pitches rather than honors.
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Paul R. Staley
Charles P Staley
W. 13Th St. Frederick
Field Telephone
Camp Lejeune, N.C
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Raula
John L. Carnachan Jr
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Board of Education
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Former Frederick County commissioner reflects on service
Ron Sundergill, former president of the Frederick County Board of County Commissioners, announces he will stay involved after completing one term and a bid for the Maryland House of Delegates. He thanks citizens, volunteers, and family, and pledges continued work for a better quality of life in Frederick City, Frederick County, and Western Maryland.
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Maryland House of Delegates
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Maryland
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Losing attitude for city volunteers
A reader critiques a Nov 29 article urging volunteers for city boards. They fault Mayor Jim Grimes for rubber stamping and fear boards like Weinberg Center with 11 vacancies lack influence. The reader questions the city’s philosophy and urges constructive, not passive, participation.
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Jim Grimes
Weinberg Center
Unexplained Philosophy in City Story Draws Critique
A reader questions a local report for failing to define a proposed philosophy behind an unconventional civic move. The critic doubts the mayor’s understanding or the reporter’s assumption, urging clearer explanation in coverage.
Rest in peace Susan Smith case shocks reader in grief
A reader laments Susan Smith being charged with murdering her sons Alex and Michael. The note expresses disbelief, condemns the deceit around the missing car and children, and reflects on loss, faith, and the memory of the slain boys. The writer invokes founders Ben Franklin Madison and Mason, praising distrustful civic spirit. James E. Keenan in Middletown signs off.
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Alex
Michael
Ben Franklin
James Madison
George Mason
Frank Valente on Cynicism and the Constitution
Post election commentary argues critics accuse voters of cynicism while praising the constitutional framework. The piece notes executive powers and checks by Congress and the Senate over treaties, appointments, funding, vetoes, and judicial appointments.
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United States
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Year round school would upset students and families
Andrew Ladner argues against year round schooling, saying students would miss friends and summer camps, summers would lose outdoor gym days, high schoolers could not work for college funds, and families with siblings on different rotations would face scheduling and travel challenges. Teachers would face longer in class duties and fewer summer job options, complicating plans for those with children.
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