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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jul 11, 1990
Page
3
An unsigned editorial laments low participation in elections, questions party divisions, and asks what Democrats and Republicans stand for. It critiques the two party system as imperfect and ponders the appeal of independent voters and broader political philosophies. It notes the paradox of frequent talk of a balanced budget amendment without action.
A satirical take on 1988 campaign figures Bush and Dole. The piece questions party loyalty and perceived honesty, referencing New Hampshire voters and political myths while hinting at future outcomes.
A list of officials and how to reach them includes President George Bush at the White House Washington contact details for Sen Bob Dole Sen Nancy Kassebaum Rep Bob Whittaker State Sen Jim Allen and State Rep Bettle Sue Shumway with room numbers addresses in Washington D C and Topeka plus telephone numbers for district offices.
Readers are urged to write signed letters with full address and a telephone number for verification. Unsigned contributions will not be published. The policy invites community input and rapid verification before print.
Commentary notes Ottawa Retirement Village residents upset by a $2 converter box charge and higher basic cable rates amid talk of possible rate regulation. ink rub-off from The Herald worries readers due to humidity and bigger type, with faster delivery reducing drying time.
Burlington reader laments Bush tax stance and S&L bailout costs, arguing Texas and California bear fault while Iowa residents face equal shares. He evokes secession fantasies, critiques national blame shifting, and notes big loan loopholes and CIA ties in Texas S&L scandals.
A columnist critiques Nelson Mandela for meddling in internal affairs of other nations while praising his restraint during the US visit. The piece questions his stance on Castro Gaddafi Arafat and the IRA seeking negotiations with the United States and Native American issues. It contrasts past Western allies with Mandela’s evolving positions.
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