Debate Over Teacher Merrick Sparks Education Controversy
A clash between parents and educational authorities erupts in Rio Bravo Greeley as teacher Jim Merrick's admitted homosexuality triggers student removals. The State Labor Commission ruled the district violated anti discrimination laws by removing students, with settlement talks looming. Critics warn the dispute harms education while the establishment wields political influence in Sacramento and Washington.
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Rio-Bravo Greeley
Wasco Chamber Chatter Highlights Carnival and Exxon Tiger Mart Opening
The Wasco Chamber previews a Thursday to Sunday carnival with pre sale tickets at Savemart. It notes the Exxon Tiger Mart opening on Highway 46 and Palm Avenue and invites readers to upcoming Chamber mixers hosted by Jeffries Bros. for networking and fellowship.
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Wasco
Exxon Tiger Mart
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Jeffries Bros
Kosovo crossroads test America and NATO face
By Fred Davis a reader letter laments the Kosovo crisis and derides Milosevic as a war criminal. The piece argues for strong American and NATO action, blaming Europe for inaction and praising Cold War leaders for standing firm, urging decisive sacrifice to deter aggression.
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Bush
Saving Private Ryan film review sparks debate on pacifism
Roy Patrick argues the 1998 Spielberg drama is graphic yet historically valuable for teens. He notes the Omaha Beach landing opens the film, portrays brutal combat, and lauds Tom Hanks and the stark portrayal of sacrifice. He recalls a BIOLA student’s pacifist critique and defends wartime necessity.
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Private Ryan
Omaha Beach
U.S
Steven Spielberg
Tom Hanks
Ryan
BIOLA
Los Angeles
Gorbachev, NATO Expansion, and World War II References
Religion notes reflect on Mikhail Gorbachev feeling betrayed by the West over NATO expansion and a new world order. The author juxtaposes biblical world verses with political change, urging that Jesus remains a dynamic for peace amid Western leadership disappointments.
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Los Angeles Times
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Gorbachev
Jesus
Mr. Gorbachev
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