Patrick's Profiles on Presidents and Campaigns
Roy Patrick reflects on free market beliefs voiced by Ronald Reagan and the upcoming election. The piece surveys past leaders from Washington to Clinton, contrasts campaign themes of Gore and Bush, and notes Lincoln and Jackson as examples of presidential legacy and public rhetoric. It closes with anticipation of next week's vote and the new president.
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al Gore
Bill Clinton
George W. Bush
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Andrew Jackson
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Truman
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Gore
Tennessee
Gettysburg
Pennsylvania
Abraham Lincoln
United States
Legion survey shows strong Bush support among veterans
Veterans groups report about 90 percent of surveyed members favor Governor Bush over Vice President Gore on issues directly affecting active duty personnel. Legion directors say the organization has not endorsed candidates and aims to provide service-focused guidance to veterans.
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Shafter Chamber Plans Halloween Parade and Holiday Events
The Shafter Chamber of Commerce and Agriculture gears up for an annual Halloween parade with a float pulled by Apple Market. December brings Downtown Christmas Sing, Santa, Toys for Tots, and a January 18 2001 Installation Banquet to honor new board directors. Community improvements include downtown revitalization with new brick, planters, trees, and lighting.
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Ge Shafter Chamber of Commerce & Agriculture
John Stockton
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Shafter Vision Project Shapes Small City Future
Community leaders discuss how Shafter bucked statewide tax shifts by cutting reliance on property and sales taxes, funding through a Visions Project and strategic planning. Residents aged 3,000 plus helped craft six focus areas including jobs, safety, schools, recreation, urgent care and downtown revitalization. Next week will detail youth needs and project specifics. Los Dias de los Muertos described as a festive remembrance with altars, flowers, candles, and graveside rituals observed across the valley.
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Delano
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Shafter
Bakersfield
California
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United States
Valley
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