Amnesty Law designed to legalize the status of illegal
The editorial praises the amnesty law that legalized illegal aliens who worked in the United States before 1982 and extends to a May 4 deadline. It notes 1.3 million had registered with a 95 percent approval rate, discusses penalties for employers, migrant worker provisions, and worries about crime and deportation. The piece supports documentation, fingerprints, and lawful integration while urging compliance and community responsibility.
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Pete Wilson
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Mother's Day Reflections From a Grateful Writer
Susan Valdez reflects on Mother's Day as a yearly ritual of affection. She recalls how mothers save childhood artwork and offer unwavering love and propshecies about their children. She notes the shift to grandchildren and how a mother's letters and calls stay a comforting constant in life.
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World War III Comes Home as Missiles Reach Cities
Saul Harvey argues that Iran and Iraq have turned modern warfare into city-targeted terror. By shortening Scud warheads, Iraq extended range to Tehran, unleashing missile attacks on Baghdad and Iran’s capital. He notes civilians suffer as both sides shift to urban warfare, eroding distance between combatants and noncombatants.
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Iraq
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Baghdad
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Shafter May Festival marks 75th city birthday
Dear Editor note announces Shafter 1988 May Festival May 13 16 for the 75th anniversary with many events including custom cars cooking contests hand made crafts ice cream barbecue and rodeo Honorary Marshals aged 75 plus who have lived in the area 50 years City of Shafter celebrates its 50th anniversary this year Publicity chair Pat Bryant asks media to publicize with enclosed brochure and contact numbers Pat Bryant festival committee publicity chair
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Pat Bryant
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From Womb to Eternity in Richardson Report
The column questions beliefs about human life and divine purpose, contrasting views on animal rights, abortion, and end-of-life care. It cites Dr. Lawrence White of the California Medical Association testifying before the Senate Judiciary Committee and hints at broader debates on ethics and humanity.
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Lawrence White
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