Bible class at JMHS drawn into First Amendment clash
Editorial argues against adding a Bible class to James Monroe High School citing establishment clause issues and bias in teaching. It warns of biased instruction, lack of continuity with rotating teachers, and potential student backlash. Suggests students gain biblical knowledge through private study and discussions with faith leaders instead. Eds contact.
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Free speech under siege by new campaign finance bill
The House approved a bill 237 to 186 restricting unregulated donations in federal elections and limiting issue ads referencing federal candidates 60 days before elections unless money is raised under tight rules. Critics warn the move curbs political expression in campaigns, despite good intentions and concerns about money in politics.
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View on campaign donations as free speech debate
The piece argues for full disclosure of donor identities to voters and warns against curbing political speech. It notes House votes on related bills, cites Republican support driven by business interests, and urges protecting Americans rights to express views without government hindrance.
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Senate
Lewinsky testimony and its impact on the presidency
The article examines possible political repercussions of Monica Lewinsky's testimony for the presidency, considering public opinion, party dynamics, and potential effects on policy priorities. It discusses how the testimony could influence Senate action and electoral calculations, with emphasis on stability and leadership credibility.
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States Rights Debate Over Physician Assisted Death
The Supreme Court declined to rule on whether the Constitution grants a right to physician assisted death, deferring to legislatures and referendums. House members seek to revoke doctors prescription powers, targeting Oregon where voters authorized physician assisted death. Rep Henry J. Hyde and Sen Don Nickles push the bill, signaling a clash between federal oversight and state liberty.
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Televised euthanasia debated by North Carolina sheriff
Guilford County Sheriff BJ Barnes urges televised euthanasia to expose shelter cruelty while stressing spaying and neutering as the solution. Raleigh County officials see shock value as possibly educational, noting 6,000 dogs and cats handled in a year with about 5,400 euthanized. Costs for spay neuter are given, and adoption plus low income programs are highlighted.
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