Airline security gaps persist after explosive shoe incident
The piece highlights continuing airline security flaws two weeks after a man boarded a plane with explosive shoes. It cites the Lockerbie attack material, recalls Bill Gates, and questions how such lapses occur. It notes fewer overall accidents in 2001 but urges decisive security improvements to restore traveler confidence and airline finances.
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Scotland
Microsoft
Bill Gates
Richard C. Reid
American Airlines
Paris
Miami
Aviation Safety Network
Reader Forum Corrects City Editorial Errors
Robert L. Bezek Jr. contends in a reader letter that editorials misstate City Commission actions on a Charter Ordinance and an $8 million water park plan. He argues the 8.5 million plan came from a separate Economic Development task force, not the city, and urges accuracy in future coverage.
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Rubel
Public Building Commission
Ottawa
Franklin County Economic Development Corporation
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Herald
Robert L. Bezek Jr
A Year End Promise Keeps Sharper Focus on Clutter
The author rejects standard resolutions and urges a personal promise instead. Reflecting on clutter from books to clothes, they question why people seek self improvement at year end. Citing Sept 11 and Christmas, they argue lasting change requires commitment beyond hollow resolutions.
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Jesus
Dick Clark Sues Over Grammy Awards Blacklist Policy
Sean Carter analyzes Dick Clark’s lawsuit against Michael Greene alleging a blacklist that bars artists from both the American Music Awards and the Grammy Awards. The column mocks the claim, notes Clark sues Greene personally, and argues the suit targets competition rather than policy.
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Dick Clark
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Michael Jackson
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Sean Carter
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