Pampered perks claim vs Maryland governor in critique
A Wasteful Schaefer critique argues the real issue is MD government perks set by the General Assembly and funded by taxpayers. It asserts Gov. William Donald Schaefer does not seek luxury comforts and would prefer a simple life, while accountability for perks lies with legislators.
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Money Magazine
Maryland
William Donald Schaefer
General Assembly
Camden Yards
Schaefer
Chesapeake Bay
Governor’s Mansion
Ocean City
Fall Film Scene Skews To Limited Foreign Titles In Frederick
A reader laments Hoyts Frederick for minimal bold fare and foreign films while noting crowd-pleasers like Crying Game and Indochine drew audiences. The column reviews openings such as A Bronx Tale and The Program, praises Striking Distance, and hints Age of Innocence may miss Frederick's screens.
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Brown faces scrutiny over Vietnam ties and grand jury probe
Ron Brown, Commerce Secretary, faces questions about his meetings with Vietnamese businessman Nguyen Van Hao and a grand jury investigation into possible payments from Vietnam. White House officials defend him while noting no proven wrongdoing, as Republicans urge committee scrutiny and Democrats seek to shield the administration’s trade agenda.
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Doc” Duvalier
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Hao
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Tom Mann
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Equal rights and protest clash at Frederick Fair
Katrina Nelson from Woodsboro challenges Eddie Sutely’s stance after a Sept 25 protest report. She disputes his claims about race and the Klan, argues slogans were racial, and asserts equality while noting Eddie’s claimed ex-Klan status and desire for newspaper publicity.
What's right about Clinton administration
The author commends Clinton for selecting Al Gore as running mate and notes early administration gains. They praise lifting restrictions on family planning discussions, support a pro choice president, and approve Bruce Babbitt as Interior Secretary for prioritizing environmental protection over short term profits.
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al Gore
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Clinton
White House
Bruce Babbit
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James Watt
George Bush
Letters discuss appointments and policy directions after political budget moves
Frederick reader Warren R. Evans notes Ginsburg Reno Aspen Shalikashvili and Shalala shaping a balanced administration. He approves budget passage and senators Sarbanes and Mikulski, criticizes BTU tax, supports national service, health care, welfare reform, gun control, and equal rights, urging NAACP to apply universal rules. The writer signs as Robert R. Fogle.
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Ruth Bader Ginsberg
Supreme Court
Ronald Reagan
George Bush
Janet Reno
Les Aspen
Defense
Shalikashvili
Joint Chiefs of Staff
Donna Shalala
HEW
Joycelyn Elders
Sarbanes and
Mikulski
al Gore
Opinions at the fairgrounds on Klan and rights
The report notes diverse views from Donald Toms, Jim Grimes, fairgoers, and the NAACP regarding Klan-related tensions. It recalls demeaning treatment and echoes historic rifts, with Johnnie Twine accused of seeking to marginalize Toms as seen in earlier civil rights abuses.
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Donald Toms
Jim Grimes
NAACP
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Mr. Twine
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Public letter defends free expression over derby KKK car ban
Mike Crosby endorses Beverly Fairchild’s Sept 25 letter arguing no laws were broken by Donald Toms displaying KKK slogans at the Great Frederick Fair derby. Crosby supports free speech, condemns censorship, and urges mayoral candidate Gary Hughes to defend Bill of Rights for all, including the Klan.
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News-Post
Beverly
Gary Hughes
NAACP
Donald Toms
Frederick Fair
KKK
Toms
How to Write Letters to the Editor
The Frederick News Post invites concise letters on timely subjects. Edited letters may be published and not all submissions appear. Include your name and address for verification. Send to Letters to the Editor, The Frederick News Post, 200 E Patrick St, Frederick MD 21705.
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