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Newspaper
Shafter Press
Location
Shafter, California, United States of America
Date
Sep 24, 1997
Page
4
A casual weeknight dinner with Dan Watts, his son Andrew, my sister and her son Brian Neufeld provided simple joy. We chose Mexican food and enjoyed flavorful meat, ranch potatoes, and beans, a satisfying escape from daily routines.
The piece argues elections breed conflicts of interest, citing officials who betray public trust for personal gain. It notes a Shafter mayor who won a contract despite higher bids and a city manager’s role in patronage. California Attorney General Lungren emphasizes loyalty to the public in official duties.
Roy Patrick recounts a group visit to a popular arcade with lifelike racing skiing and shooting games. The writer notes the near real feel of the simulators the friendly crowds and the desire for more virtual reality money to keep enjoying the experience.
The columnist notes media focus on violence and survivors, cites Cold War era fear, Russia missile rhetoric, and political tensions. He contrasts modern turmoil with biblical warnings from Genesis and Matthew, warning of moral decay and a looming judgment as noise of conflict increases.
The piece argues that terms like terrorist and freedom fighter depend on perspective, citing historical support for dictators as anti-communist allies, violence by Zionist and Palestinian groups, and civilians branded as terrorists by their own sides, reflecting shifting moral framing in conflicts.
In Wasco Shafter area life features calm driving and easy travel while lawn care grows fast. narrator jokes about mowing costs versus haircuts, stricken ground truth, and a visit from an out of town mower. The piece notes polite drivers and a cautious four way stop as part of local culture.
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