Section 8 housing debate frames Maryland race
Readers debate the Section 8 program as Maryland campaigns for governor focus on housing subsidies. supporters praise help for renters while critics call for tighter controls. the piece notes Elen Sauerbrey and Parris Glendening shaping the issue before the november election.
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Morality in Haiti and the politics of intervention
The author argues against unilateral invasion of Haiti, criticizes both left and right reactions, and defends Clinton's approach as a balanced use of diplomacy and force. He condemns isolationism, praises Carter’s role, and urges national responsibility to aid Haiti, warning against selfishness undermining democracy.
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Names share the map Albanys across America
A nostalgic essay notes Americans discover 18 places named Albany across the United States and explains how state rules determine what counts as a city. It contrasts New Yorks vast Newarklike capital area with Montana and Virginias quirky definitions and reflects on postal naming challenges.
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Names All Across America City or Village Mystique
Andy Rooney notes Americans favor common place names. He lists counts of towns named Franklin Washington Clinton and others, noting many cities share same names, including Salem Springfield Columbus and Paris while zip codes remain essential in identifying exact locations. He observes popular foreign and presidential name usage and jokes about ambiguity in “the State of Washington.”
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Water ban violator arrested on Bentz Street
A North Bentz Street resident was arrested by Frederick Police Sgt. Frank Dorsey for washing his car with a hose during a municipal water ban and released under summons to appear in magistrate's court. Lightning damaged the Frederick County Courthouse cupola, with an estimated 25 to 30 dollars in loosest terms.
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Clinton Chronicles video praised by reader Walker
A reader from Frederick endorses the Clinton Chronicles video seen on August 11 praising its detail and witnesses. The testimonial lists a former Arkansas state senator a state Supreme Court justice an Arkansas attorney general an IRS agent two state police investigators and a former marketing director for the Arkansas Development Finance Authority. The speaker says the witnesses faced personal risk to present the truth and urges respect.
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Glendening Backed For Maryland Governor By Supporter
A supporter urges Parris L. Glendening for Maryland governor, citing 12 years leading a stressed county with economic growth, infrastructure gains, and social harmony while noting personal meetings since 1988. The letter from Robert J. Kresslein praises Glendening as accommodating and unpretentious.
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Parris
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More than a social worker letter reply to Linda Donovan
A reader responds to Linda Donovan's Aug 31 letter The value of social workers defending Sue Hecht Heartly House executive director notes the shelter aids victims of domestic violence and that social workers encompass more than a single role.
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Letter on violence and social workers in a political race
A reader argues that a candidate Sue should broaden appeal beyond a single issue and highlight diverse qualifications. The letter cites Sue’s MBA, nonprofit work, and Annapolis experience, praising past mentors and noting legislative accomplishment under Tommy. The writer endorses Lawrence A. Dorsey Jr. as Frederick County State's Attorney and reflects on youth government outcomes.
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Why Dorsey Should Be Re-Elected as State's Attorney
An unsigned editorial endorses Lawrence A. Tommy Dorsey Jr. for Frederick County State's Attorney, citing 24 years of service, a tough stance on crime, drug enforcement, victim rights, and a narcotics task force. The piece compares experience to driving and notes Dorsey’s family ties and community involvement through Maryland Youth and Government activities.
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James Madison University
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Tommy” Dorsey Jr
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Who's Doing the Governing in Our Time
A reflective piece by Nancy E. Hanel from Tramsville on political power, media influence, and distrust of central government. It contrasts majority religious values with secular leaders, cites unread laws, and worries about loss of personal choice amid national trends. The writer mentions Waco and census debates.
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Letters to the Editor Address Contact Info
Letters to the Editor at The Frederick News-Post share address Route and contact details for submissions including physical mail and telephone line 642 8299 for telefox submissions.
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