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Newspaper
Shafter Press
Location
Shafter, California, United States of America
Date
Mar 01, 1995
Page
4
The Shafter Babe Ruth League canceled its season after an Feb 19 organizational meeting failed to attract enough managers coaches or volunteers. League President Jeff Graves notes years of effort by dedicated participants and laments the community’s inability to support youth baseball.
A largely opinionated piece traces the rise and backlash of affirmative action, noting quotas and hiring biases alongside political shifts led by critics like Gov. Pete Wilson. The Shafter Press reiterates its policy that letters must be signed, and a recent unsigned submission praising Chief Greeson was refused for lack of signature.
Roy Patrick argues against welfare, favoring cuts and a balanced budget amendment. He attacks AB 64’s civil asset forfeiture for employers of illegal aliens, critiques Democratic leadership, and defends personal freedom and cautious economic oversight in Washington.
Herb Peters argues that violence in America stems from a spiritual intoxication described as the golden cup of iniquity and idolatry. He cites biblical images of Israel’s leaders worshipping idols and notes a parallel to modern national crime, calling for reflection on leaders and societal idols.
Fred Davis discusses a UC Regents report suggesting minority students in medical schools have lower entrance scores and GPAs than whites. Opponents warn of quotas, while CalTrans plans 1.3 million for Orange County mural panels on the Costa Mesa Freeway despite local opposition.
A city official explains that an officer Mary Beechie made serious allegations. An outside investigator from Mayer Coble and Palmer interviewed over 35 employees and citizens. A comprehensive report was given to City Council and city manager, with confidential executive summary details withheld.
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