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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Jan 26, 1994
Page
6
The Frederick County Board and teachers defend the Impressions book series amid parent concerns. The issue has moved to the state Board of Education, but supporters urge leaving local policy to the county, praising teachers’ judgment and cautioning against broader interference.
Roy Meachum argues Philadelphia challenges stereotypes by portraying Tom Hanks as a gay-allying AIDS plaintiff and Denzel Washington as a straight attorney. He praises its treatment of bigotry, notes activists' criticisms, and contrasts with other films like Iron Will and Intersection. He cautions viewers about sensational readings while praising substantive messages.
The piece argues racial separation rises in the Northeast amid cold politics and lists incidents including four Black families needing armed escort into an all white Victor Texas housing project. It notes increasing Black student concentration in minority schools since 1980 and warns civil rights momentum has faded. Gary Orfield cautions against retreat into segregation.
A Copley News Service analysis argues racist policies and attitudes from both sides deepen educational, housing and social segregation. It cites racial gerrymandering, race based scholarships, job quotas, and anti Semitic remarks as drivers of worsening racial climate, warning of a self reinforcing cycle unless racism in all forms is confronted.
An exclusive screening of Bomb Disposal and How The Problem is Handled in England in the Frederick High School auditorium presented wartime items from Sicily Guadalcanal England and other fronts The exhibit featured Lieut Col M H Reani Coff and Capt G Hunter Bowers urged uniform attendance by State Guardsmen The event coincided with local updates on anti loitering laws and county finances including 4937 65 spent of a 10000 1943 emergency fund and the transfer debate for county treasurer Also noted were improvements to East Church Street parking and an impending teachers contract impasse with Dr James A Sensenbaugh
A critical portrait of columnist Roy Meachum of the Frederick Post, detailing clashes with readers, coverage of local issues, and accusations about his style and influence. The piece cites gun debates, town festivals, and family ties, ending with a note about his reported departure from the paper.
ED SIEGRIST and JOYCE LASTER reflect on secrecy as a tool in governance and the risk of distrust. They question how voters judge leaders without full stories, stressing character while noting real world incidents like a police response to strangers offering candy to children.
The author questions the concept of an average American voter and whether such a notion exists. They reflect on personal voting behavior, noting no strong allegiance to a single party despite being a registered Democrat, and describe themselves as more random in their political choices.
A citizen vents about police inaction citing a troubling encounter where two children on bikes refused candy from a passing car and were circled by the vehicle. The occupant then threw candy toward them as the scene unfolded in the neighborhood. The writer questions police presence and response.
Larry Wahlquist endorses Tim Ferguson in an opinion letter dated January 12, praising Ferguson for encouraging discussion on term limits and leadership. The writer cites Founding Fathers knowledge and Edmund Burke while predicting an engaging 1994 political year in District 4 Senate campaigns.
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