Viewpoint on barrier island development shows mixed regulatory approach
The editorial contrasts federal flood insurance and local rules shaping Casey Key and other barrier islands. Sarasota County tightens density from 997 to 679 units on Casey Key, while Charlotte County lags, risking condo-style growth. Grandfathering and property rights debates amplify tensions as both counties face housing and environmental conflicts.
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Avis Craig-Ayotte
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Letters to the Editor Guidance
A notice invites readers to submit letters up to 200 words and signed with full address and phone number. It specifies the editor may shorten longer letters and provides mailing details to P O Box 1028 Venice Florida 33595.
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Letter writers clash over Sarasota County politics
A Venice reader condemns last Saturday's Gondolier editorial arguing for a two party system. He labels Democrats as responsible for “freebies” and urges more Republicans to “get things really done” and restore order. He criticizes biased reporting and threatens nonrenewal of his subscription.
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Sarasota
Sun Coast
Sarasota County
R.L. Johnson
Venice
Rieth
Golden Beach
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County Commission
Censorship and civic rights spar over live space shuttle coverage
Residents criticize network bias for not airing the shuttle landing and homecoming live, accusing media of censorship amid patriotic turnout. A reader backs boycotts against advertisers supporting such reporting as political debate intensifies.
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Reagan
Russia
Charles A. Schutz
Venice
Venice Utility Expansion Program Observations
Editor offers views on the City of Venice Utility Expansion Program. Based on recent construction exposure and limited scope experience, the commentary reflects on progress and implications.
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City of Venice
Demos Should Make Big Play in One-Party County
A Sarasota area column reflects on party politics, alleging Sarasota County leans one party. The writer recounts long time Democratic loyalties, party shifts, and support for a local Republican congressional candidate amid statewide GOP dominance.
Nukes fear and folly in a restless era
A columnist argues that all-out nuclear war is a greater threat than the atom bomb era. He notes public shelters and drills of the 1950s, critiques arms race rhetoric, laments excesses and pollution, and highlights peace movements while warning that strategic targets in Florida and New York remain vulnerable.
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