First Amendment ironies in Niemi NBC ruling
A San Francisco judge dismisses an $11 million negligence suit against NBC in Niemi v NBC, citing First Amendment protection. The piece argues for responsible self-regulation of broadcast sex and violence during family viewing, noting the case warns networks about real life imitation and the power of television to influence youth and judgment. It contrasts this with a New Jersey newspaper source-journalist jail irony.
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Senate vote exempts tiny businesses from OSHA rules
Exempting up to 3.9 million small businesses with 10 or fewer workers from OSHA regulation is argued as sensible given inspectors count. OSHA has 980 inspectors, and current rates imply decades before major employers are reviewed. meanwhile small firms show better safety records, prompting support to focus on real safety problems.
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Readers' Letters Policy and Submission Rules
The newspaper invites letters from readers to share viewpoints with the community. Letters should be typed or neatly printed, tripled spaced, not exceeding two pages, and must be signed with the author’s name.
Capital gains tax debate and its impact on investors
The piece argues the capital gains tax affects everyday workers and retirees, noting how inflation and tax rules erode investment gains. It questions congressional understanding of tax legislation and highlights how invested capital underpins the economy, with a critic's tone about policy and equity capital.
Keep Off The Grass The Pot Study Foretells Doom
A long critical summary warns California readers that a Franco‑hosted conference of 41 scientists from 13 nations reports marijuana harms. It claims negative effects on fertility, brain function, lungs, and fetal development, derived from primate studies and human‑equivalent dosing, urging lawmakers to act against pot use.
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End of the world not feared when faith guides hope
Corrie ten Boom cites a Bible perspective on the end times, saying the end of the world as we know it signals a new beginning. Faith in God brings assurance that there is no true fear as Revelation promises a future without pain or death.
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Letters to the Editor Critique of Shafter governance power
A reader questions alleged ruling factions in Shafter, arguing money and influence skew local decisions. The letter cites bias in housing and city actions, noting prejudices and unequal access to influence, with a continuation hinted on Page 4B.
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