Endless politics and the Dole Clinton clash in satire
In a pointed editorial, the piece argues politics as guiding government policy, cites Sen. Bob Dole as blocking Clinton’s stimulus bill, and notes Trumped up charges of playing politics. It highlights Dole defending pork projects while courting a boat house deal, calling it hardball strategy.
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It's Your Quarter community dialogue calls for action
A reader vents about tire vandals and praises the Franklin County search and rescue team for a pothole rescue near Wellsville. They urge cleanup of roads and donated items to Lighthouse Pregnancy Center, defend prayer at graduation, attack the ACLU with the ACLJ, and invite public input via the It's Your Quarter program with a contact number and timing.
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Commentary on Clintons CD-ROM presidency critic insight
Washington critics argue Harvard philosopher Michael Sandel exposes a Clinton theme of government overreach driven by advisers with CD ROMs in their heads. They claim Clinton misleads about deficits while NAFTA and policy language mislead the public, fueling protectionism and bigger government.
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President seeks line item veto to curb pork spending
House passes a modified line item veto bill by 258 to 157, allowing the president to strike spending items from appropriations and send them back for individual votes. Supporters claim it will deter pork while critics warn it faces tough Senate odds and won’t solve deficits alone.
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Waste to Energy: Franklin County Trash Dilemma Reframed
A reader urges switching from exporting refuse to adopting a Waste to Energy program. They praise recycling, warn against costly landfills, and cite California emissions standards as proof it can power facilities with trash. The author argues long-term cost savings and environmental benefits for current and future generations.
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