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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Oct 25, 1993
Page
6
A Frederick city mayoral and aldermanic candidate forum saw all ten aldermanic hopefuls exceed a three minute opening limit. Both the Republican incumbent and the Democratic challenger joined the group in talking past deadlines, with every candidate over four minutes. The piece urges winners to start meetings on time and adhere to time limits.
The piece links Los Angeles racial violence verdicts to Frederick politics, noting CCRJ and NAACP protests, Willie Mahone on the ballot for alderman, and Gary Hughes’s fraught campaign amid Klan controversy and demographic shifts. Discussion centers on race, leadership, and electoral dynamics in Frederick.
A Western Maryland observer argues Congress should limit foreign troop deployments to clear national interests or humanitarian needs. The piece critiques the Clinton administration for shifting Somalia from relief to nation building, accusing leaders of weak mission articulation and risky UN oversight that exposed troops to danger.
Rep. Roscoe Bartlett argues the Clinton Administration mishandled Somalia and warns Congress may need to assume foreign policy duties. He criticizes media manipulation, poor leadership, and urges a stronger plan to avoid more American losses, citing Haiti and Somalia crises and potential congressional intervention.
Fifty years ago the Frederick Police Commission met at the YMCA after appointing Acting Chief Frederick M. Straley, a move opposed by the commission. Local officials also noted sauerkraut shortages, a prominent navy official’s leave at 105 E. Patrick St, and a debate over cable franchise and media control. County commissioners released a statement on the sewer tap deal with Ausherman and Cafritz, while Attorney Richard Zimmerman warned Frederick Cablevision expansion could centralize news media. Commissioner Lawrence Dorsey praised Nixon’s tapes decision, urging action based on the findings of possible conspiracy or innocence.
A column arguing Second Amendment support and criticizing gun control advocates urges adults to keep firearms locked and unloaded. It suggests parents consider nonlethal safety measures like a baseball bat if proper security is not possible and calls for responsible behavior and discipline.
The front page notes MSPAP and OBE controversy with claims that mass producing graduates risks no accountability and dumbing down learning. Critics cite Johns Hopkins 1987 findings calling OBE the Robin Hood approach, arguing memorized facts and direct teaching are essential for literacy and test reliability.
Rich Monroe of New Market and Michael Paskowsky of Frederick urge taxpayers to scrutinize the OBE MSPAP approach. They question its origins, costs, and reported outcomes, noting student anxiety and possible misrepresentation on state results. They call for open materials and civic involvement.
Impressed observers note Joe Baldi emerges as a new face in local politics. His radio presence and thoughtful press pieces advocate a future balancing growth with quality of life. His campaign blends populist outreach with a stylish bow tie image and distinctive radio spots.
Frederick city faces strong visual campaigns favoring the Republican mayoral candidate. The piece argues money should not sway judgment and praises Gary Hughes for wisdom and clarity. It contrasts Mr Grimes’ adherence to rules with a call for genuine leadership from James Pearl.
Barbara Smelser Gammeter writes amused response to Rich Monroe, noting her father Charlie Smelser can be reached locally by home phone or toll free at his Annapolis office, and suggesting Monroe check Frederick directory where both numbers are listed.
The Frederick News Post invites readers to send letters to the editor. Provide address P O Box 578 Freder ick MD 21705 and teletax phone 662-8299 for submissions and inquiries.
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