Editorials weigh Ross Perot as outsider or pretender
The piece argues Perot thrives on public disrespect from officials and media, sustaining his bid as a threat. It notes supporters accept limited policy knowledge, trust his ability to devise methods later, and questions whether his campaign will advance beyond Phase I or fade without a Phase II plan.
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Ross Perot
Rodney Dangerfield
Perot
Beltway
Will Perot
Gil Morgan
Pebble Beach
Bill Clinton
Bush
Larry King
CNN
Guest Opinion Editorial Note
A guest editorial explains that guest editorials present a variety of opinions and do not necessarily reflect The Herald's official stance. It clarifies the distinction between guest perspectives and the paper's editorial policy.
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Herald
Labor Dept revises job losses during recession
The Bureau of Labor Statistics now estimates 2.2 million jobs were lost from June 1990 to January this year, up from 1.68 million. Democrats claim Bush officials downplayed the figures in an election year. Officials call it a dumb mistake.
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Bush
United States
U.S. Labor Department
Bureau of Labor Statistics
The
Clarion Ledger
Jackson, Miss
Anonymous pro life letter sparks debate in Ottawa Herald
A faceless correspondent mails a letter to The Ottawa Herald urging identity and challenge to abortion opponents. The writer demands public printing of their name and cites ethics, science, and democracy as the basis for justice on abortion. The exchange centers on who speaks for truth and public property of the discussion.
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Ouawa Herald
the Herald
Gasoline Alley Vacation Starts In Ottawa Comic Strip
The columnist recalls discovering his name in Gasoline Alley and recounts Skeezix Nina and Clovia running the garage during a new adventure. Writer Jim Scancarelli plans to use background from travels through the West, including Colorado, for the storyline.
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Kansas City Star
Ottawa
Ottawa Herald
Gasoline Alley
Skeezix
Nina
Clovia
Tom Phillips
Pana
Ill
News- Palladium
Jim Scancarelli
Chicago Tribune
Frank King
Herald
Scancarelli
Charlotte
N.C
West
Colorado
Letters defend teachers and demand higher pay
A reader with teacher parents argues that teachers deserve substantial raises beyond cost of living increases. She criticizes the board’s “poverty” stance and the masters requirement, noting the real effort beyond school hours and the vital role of educators in society.
Readers Share Opposition to Mill Levy Increases
In a brief reader note the writer denounces mill levy hikes including library and school funding. The citizen argues property owners should vote on such measures, contending a democracy requires broad participation to avoid continual financial strain and calls out possible hospital aid as an underlying issue.
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Library Board
The
Ottawa Herald
It's Your Quarter readers share local issues and concerns
Community letters discuss abortion views, local doctor care, hospital leadership, and civic matters. Citizens urge preserving Ransom Memorial Hospital staff, oppose cats roaming neighborhoods, request enforcement of street safety, and question rail and parking plans. Readers invite further input via a weekly call line.
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Ross II
Jim Hitch
Ole Weding
Munity
Lawrence
Olathe
Kansas City
Herbert Hodes
Ransom Memorial Hospital
Ottawa Times
Ramsey Printing
Cottonwood Street
Bob Bregant
Iola
Cedar Street
J.C. Penney
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