Congress Immunity Mocking Laws It Makes
The piece argues Congress should be subject to the same laws it enacts including the Americans with Disabilities Act and the Occupational Safety Act. It notes Congress exempts itself and cites the Congressional Accountability Act as a bill gaining momentum with 250 co sponsors. It urges voters to note how members vote and to hold them accountable at Election Day.
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NAACP faces turmoil over secret payoffs to former staff
Allegations of sexual harassment and job discrimination against Benjamin Chavis tarnish the NAACP. Chavis and board chair William Gibson paid 82,400 dollars, largely from the NAACP, to Mary Stansel without board knowledge. The move triggers backlash amid a multiyear deficit and questions about leadership and fiscal control.
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Start of a Drug Sentencing Reform Push and a Miscarriage of Justice
A Chicago Tribune columnist recalls Nicole Richardson, a 17-year-old convicted of conspiracy to distribute LSD and sentenced to 10 years with no parole. The piece argues the new safety valve in a House Senate crime bill may retroactively reduce many federal drug sentences, marking a significant shift despite bipartisan debates and ongoing concerns about mandatory minimums.
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Illinois
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Florida
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Hyde
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Texas
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Stephen Chapman
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Festival celebrates Swiss heritage in New Bern
A Swiss Confederation Day Swiss Fest in New Bern drew about 200 attendees with support from local leaders and businesses. The celebration featured an alphorn trio, SwissMenu dining, street market wares, authentic costumes, and a William Tell skit for children.
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Beat Zuttel
New Bern
Speaking Truth to Power in an Ethics Hearing
A speaker reflects on congressional hearings and the pressure to behave politely under scrutiny. The piece references Sen Riegle and the Keating Five, noting allegations of ethics breaches and influence peddling by political figures. The tone blends satire with critique of political accountability and media framing.
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Television Host Jeff Greenfield Criticized For Senate Hearing Remarks
Jeff Greenfield delivers a tirade during a Senate hearing, accusing lawmakers of misjudgment and media focus. He mocks questioning styles, suggests a life-size cutout of himself for TV, and questions hair and attire, prompting apology calls.
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