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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 14, 1997
Page
2
The House approved a constitutional amendment to ban flag desecration, sending it to the Senate where it may fail without two thirds. The piece argues that national symbols matter less than democracy, free markets, and freedom, urging focus on broader values over protecting the flag as an object.
Dayton Daily News notes President Clinton urges sweeping reform as Congress debates McCain Feingold. The bill aims to curb campaign money, limit spending, and offer free TV time and reduced postage, though many Republicans and some incumbent Democrats resist the measure.
The piece traces CBS signing Susan Molinari and launching a Captain Kangaroo revival with John McDonough to air in September. It recalls Bob Keeshan’s gentle Captain Kangaroo era, the ping pong ball routine, and CBS Morning News failures, noting CBS aims for younger hip viewers and the show’s potential reformulation.
Lawmakers debate a possible cost of living pay raise as a balanced budget plan looms. Ted Stevens argues for higher salaries while critics say Congress earns too much and should forgo raises this year. Leaders deny any plan exists and dismiss the chatter as routine annual debate.
A new group of legal experts warns lawmakers move too quickly to amend the Constitution. Georgetown professor L. Michael Seidman and Washington lawyer Penelope Payne urge self restraint, while the House advances a flag burning amendment though Senate approval and state ratification remain uncertain. The group, Citizens for the Constitution, proposes standards to evaluate need versus alternatives and notes past failed amendments despite extensive proposals.
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