Freshman survey shows shifting views on abortion and casual sex
The University of California survey of 323,791 incoming freshmen at 641 colleges finds abortion support at 58 percent, down for a third straight year, and casual sex acceptance dropping from 52 percent in 1987 to 43 percent in 1995. Marijuana legalization stands at 34 percent, activism declines noted amid rising political apathy and a sense of powerlessness.
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Frederick County Cops Need Support and Better Pay
Alan Robert Cairo urges public backing for Frederick County police and sheriff's deputies citing Maryland Training Commission standards, under staffing and pay gaps. He argues higher wages are essential to retain top officers and maintain effective 911 responses and community safety.
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The Presidential Press Conference Critique
Dan Thomasson voices a sharp critique of the presidential press conference as a trumped up ritual that benefits only the president and a small circle of reporters. He notes limited access, repetitive questions, and staged moments, arguing the event has little real informational value and has evolved into TV driven spectacle. He highlights Helen Thomas' prominence and the dominance of a few familiar correspondents.
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Frederick police veterans return status unclear in WWII era
Fred erick city's police chief says three of six officers who served in World War II have been mustered out with none yet back on the force. Others regard return prospects with Carl Rentzell likely to rejoin, while William Patty and Richard Colliflower remain in the Navy and unaccounted.
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Frederick City
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Camp Detrick
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Pacific
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Baltimore
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Navy
Senator promises to abolish legislative scholarship program
Maryland senator defends abolition of the Legislative Scholarship program saying it was a campaign promise from 1994 and 1995 and that local boards of education would choose recipients. He has filed a bill to end the program and remove funds, citing integrity concerns and political muckraking.
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Help needed for New Market Elementary School
The community requests funding to open Deer Crossing Elementary School in fall 1997 to relieve overcrowding at New Market Elementary, which serves 500 plus students now and may host 923 next year in a building with 569 capacity. County and state action is essential.
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Letters on school needs and voter principles from Mount Airy
The letter argues overcrowded schools and failing water pressure threaten safety and health, calling for county and state action, even higher taxes. It also discusses 1996 Republican candidates, urging voters to prioritize principle over party and avoid media spin, promoting honesty and civic duty. FRANK CROWSON Mount Airy
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QA election signals national conservative shift not a fluke
Heritage Foundation survey of 225000 people across 50 states finds strong public support for reducing federal power and spending. Eighty four percent want elimination of meritless programs and more local control, with major support for the 10th Amendment and school choice. results imply voters backed the 1994 shift.
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Frederick News-Post Letters to the Editor Policy
The Frederick News-Post invites letters with name address and phone for verification. Due to high volume some letters may not be published or edited for space and taste. Poetry religious verse or letters to others are not published. Address and telefax details are provided.
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