A Year in Washington and a Pause for Peace in 1997
Our Opinion looks at a divided U S political scene as voters signal openness to reforms while keeping expectations high. The piece weighs Social Security Medicare threats, potential department eliminations, budget goals, and the Whitewater, Paula Jones trials, urging readers to focus on integrity and personal goals for a stable new year.
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Texans eye RNC chair as Pauken vies for post
The piece examines Republican contenders including Pauken and Panken for the RNC chair. It notes Panken’s long bevy of conservative ties and Texas influence, while Pauken’s White House tenure and Texas campaign wins shape his bid. The race hinges on party balance and cultural movement.
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The Danger of Extremes in Free Press Debates
A syndicated columnist critiques the film The People vs Larry Flynt and argues that open press freedom matters even when controversial. He compares First Amendment protections to federalism, warning that overreach by courts or states risks eroding liberty and honest governance. Sobran, Arlington, Va.
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