Editorials View Confederate Flag Debate in Georgia
The piece argues the Confederate battle emblem remains a visible symbol of regionalism enjoyed as honor or novelty. Governor Zell Miller seeks removal from the Georgia flag before the 1996 Olympics to avoid links to racism, facing opposition but aiming to pass a law through a reapportioned legislature.
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Atred
Miller
South
Georgia
Atlanta
Hollywood
Jim Hitch
Guest Opinion Editorials Offer Reader Diverse Views
A guest editorial presents varied opinions for readers, noting they may not reflect The Herald's official stance. The guest writer shares perspectives on issues of public interest, inviting discussion while distinguishing personal views from newsroom policy.
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Herald
Campaign finance reform urged to curb Kansas spending
A Kansas editorial calls for state led reform to curb rising campaign costs. It argues spending limits, public financing, and nonpartisan action are needed as donors, parties, and candidates push funds higher while Congress stalls. The piece urges voters and legislators to push limits now.
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Ansas
Congress
Ross Perot
Kansas
Wisconsin
Senate
House
Teens in Progress aims to boost Ottawa Middle School students
Gwen Padgett leads Teens in Progress at Ottawa Middle School to aid at risk seventh and eighth graders. The after school program pairs 15 eighth graders with 15 seventh graders for tutoring, using adult volunteers and school staff guidance. Participants, often from lower income or latchkey homes, will earn Ottawa Area Chamber of Commerce currency for tutoring duties.
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Jim Hitch
Herald
Gwen Padgett
Padgett
Ottawa Middle School
Dale Fox
OMS
Dorothy Chaney
Ottawa
Chamber of Commerce
Chaney
Norman
Okla
Emergency summer youth aid in Senate spending clash
The Senate adds 2.1 billion in relief for cities and youths while House funds 822 million for businesses. Debate splits along party lines with Ted Kennedy and Orin Hatch supporting aid and Bush opposing due to deficits. Critics call it political theater as Star Wars funding climbs amid election-year pressure.
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Los Angeles
House
Senate
Ted Kennedy
D-Mass
Orin Hatch
Kennebunkpon
Judy Smith
Bush
Trent Lou
R-Miss
Guardians of the Treasury
Chicago
Justice Department
Murphy Brown
U. S. Conference of Mayors
Ronald Reagan
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