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Newspaper
Sun Journal
Location
New Bern, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Feb 14, 1995
Page
8
A Freedom Newspaper quote from Vermont Royster asserts that a journalist owes nothing to governing powers yet owes everything to the country, underscoring editorial independence and national duty.
The piece argues against US trade sanctions on China over piracy and human rights. It notes the Feb 26 tariff action, warns of countermeasures and higher prices for US consumers, and urges free market reform and self-interest to prompt China to update its patent and copyright laws rather than punishment through tariffs.
A tongue in cheek comparison notes February 14 as St Auxentius Day a hermit martyr whose tale arose amid Roman festival excess. The piece recalls Valentine s martyrdom in 269 AD and how the modern holiday sugars love with candy flowers cards and dining while proposing Auxentius as a quieter option.
Paul Greenberg notes the Clinton Defense Fund listing includes Arkansas insiders and celebrities such as Barbra Streisand and Sean Penn. He cites the fund's $600,000 from about 6,000 contributors, with lobbyists barred, and uses the episode to critique law culture and the era’s moral mood.
Legislators recall 1989 to 1991 budget crises as they debate 1995 tax cuts. State revenues exceed projections, with $992 million in checking and $277 million in Rainy Day funds, yet fears of a new downturn temper enthusiasm for large cuts. Rep. Lyons Gray and Sen. Marc Basnight urge caution amid Fed rate hikes and several forecasts of slower growth.
Lou Colombo of New Bern questions the North Carolina Division of Environmental Management power over Craven County Township 7. He argues DEM delayed approving a 500000 gallon per day plant while approving larger discharges elsewhere and urges crisis action to restore county control and protect health and tax revenue.
Editor laments Walter B. Jones Jr being sued for a bad debt on his swearing in day, doubting his fiscal stance and urging better representation and integrity as his term begins.
Guidance for submitting letters to Forum Sun Journal includes mailing to P O Box 1149 New Bern North Carolina 28563 or fax to 638 4664. Letters must be signed with author address and number for editor reference. Anonymous or third party letters will not be used.
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