Voter Turnout Prompts Debate On Letters Policy
A Nebraska weekly editor proposes requiring letters to the editor from political issues to be written by registered voters. The Papillion Times publisher argues nonvoters have no right to complain, sparking debate on free speech versus turnout.
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Nebraska
Papillion Times
Guest Editorials Reflect Reader Opinions Not Herald Stance
Editorial notes present reader viewpoints as diverse input while stating that views expressed are not necessarily The Herald's official position.
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Herald
Government Contacts for Public Suppport and Communication
A list of federal and state officials with contact details including addresses in Washington D C and Topeka Kansas. It provides phone numbers fax numbers and office locations for President Bill Clinton U S Senators Pat Roberts Sam Brownback and U S Representative Jim Ryun with Topeka and Overland Park offices and lobby links.
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Bill Clinton
White House
Pennsylvania Ave
Washington, D.C
U.S
Pat Roberts
Dirksen
Washington
D.C
Fox
Topeka
Frank Carlson
Quincy
U.S. San
Sam Brownback
Hart
Senate
Kansas Ave
W. 95Th
Overland Park
Jim Ryun
Cannon, Hob
Ryun
Public service schism widens over elite rule and public trust
Charley Reese argues a Pew survey shows 47 percent of Congress and 75 percent of presidential appointees and executive civil servants doubt the public’s knowledge to decide wisely. He blames officials and the press, warns against elitism, and calls for reconciling the public with government before irreparable split.
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Pew Research Center For the People and the Press
Congress
America
NATO
Clinton
League of Municipalities
Pete
Charley Reese
Oscreese
Aol.com
Futures of nuclear power and deregulation debated
The Columbus Dispatch flags regulatory choices shaping Perry Nuclear Power Plant closure risks and stranded costs as electricity customers gain choice. It notes deregulation could raise decommissioning costs and waste issues, while nuclear energy remains a tool for emission targets.
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Columbus
Ohio
Perry
U.S
San Jose
Calif
Mercury News
Pacific Bell
Date with Danny and the quiet one in us
Jacquelyn Mitchard recalls a Wednesday date with her son Danny and the family ritual of solo outings. The 8 1/2 year old plans alternating parent child dates, teaching patient asking for needs and shaping gentle independence. The piece reflects on parenting, balance, and pride in a busy widow's life.
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Jacquelyn Mitchard
Danny
Leopold School
Max
Ann
Susan
Margot
Caitlins
Julias
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