Ban on Speech Increases Its Perceived Importance
Quote attributed to Floyd Abrams from 2004 argues that silencing speech paradoxically elevates its significance. The remark frames bans as counterproductive to free expression, highlighting tension between censorship and First Amendment values.
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Safety ID program at Ottawa High boosts child protection
Ottawa High School issued photo IDs to students in partnership with the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children to aid law enforcement in child abduction cases. The article cites Amber Alert delays, emphasizes parental guidance, and urges safety talks, boundaries, and the buddy system as essential measures for protecting children and teens.
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Lessons From Life After Forty Reflections on Kindness and Growth
A personal reflection as 2004 ends and 2005 begins, emphasizing kindness over intellect, responsibility, and leadership. The writer notes the impact of parenting, teaching many children, and the power of loving words, urging empathy, integrity, and a positive attitude in daily life.
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Democracy or security first in Iraq says Reese
Charley Reese argues that Iraqis prioritize security and infrastructure over elections and that U S policy should focus on empowering people rather than governments. He contends many Arabs resent American foreign policy for worsening poverty and misery, urging support for entrepreneurs in Iraq.
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Letters in Defense of Editorial Freedom and Market News Voices
A citizen writes about the vitality of public letter writing to oppose cartoons and editorials, praising free discourse. The writer defends the editor while noting the Herald's need to sign contracts with news agencies to stay financially viable, suggesting agencies lean left and minority staff bias is a concern.
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Readers' Forum plea for more conservative editors and voices
A reader urges the Herald to publish more editorials from Fox News World magazine Washington Times Wall Street Journal NewsMax and from columnists like Malkin O'Reilly Morris Limbaugh Reagan Sewell. The writer asks for more letters from readers and editorial input to keep discussions lively.
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Road safety reminder from a wary pedestrian in Ottawa
A resident, once a driver, now a back seat observer and pedestrian, urges Ottawa residents to spend 15 minutes strolling a neighborhood block when weather permits. He argues that time outdoors can ease road rage, foster awareness, and promote a calmer, more respectful community atmosphere.
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