Journalist Vermont Royster Quote on Duty to Country
A quotation from Vermont Royster states that a journalist owes nothing to those who govern but owes everything to his country, underscoring the journalist’s civic allegiance and national duty.
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Newspaper
Sun Journal
Location
New Bern, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jul 13, 1995
Page
16
A quotation from Vermont Royster states that a journalist owes nothing to those who govern but owes everything to his country, underscoring the journalist’s civic allegiance and national duty.
Refugees fleeing a U N guaranteed safe area in eastern Bosnia faced renewed shells as the United Nations and the United States faced pressure. Senators Dole and Lieberman push a bipartisan bill to withdraw U N peacekeepers and lift the arms embargo, arguing U N neutrality must end.
House Minority Leader Gephardt unveils a plan with a 10 percent top tax for many, five rates, and major deductions cut. It claims simplicity but neglects saving and investment incentives, potentially reinforcing bias against growth while signaling Democrats may pursue broad reform after 1996 elections.
The piece debates the value and price of peace in the Middle East, noting stalled Gaza autonomy talks and Israeli measures. It also covers Syria negotiations opened by U S Secretary of State Warren Christopher in Washington, aiming at a Golan Heights pullback and a potential Clinton foreign policy win.
Vin Suprynowicz argues against U.S. threats to deploy peacekeepers on the Golan Heights, warning such bluff risks American lives and future wars. He notes Israel's 1981 annexation and fears Congress would be pressured into costly intervention, urging a cooler approach toward Syria and peace talks.
Raleigh Buncombe County voters ousted Martin Nesbitt a powerful North Carolina House figure who backed the BEP funding but opposed charter schools and greater budget flexibility for districts. His departure may aid DPI downsizing and parks funding while limiting school reform momentum. Paul O’Connor notes Nesbitt’s influence and the potential costs to public education.
Editor argues the hog waste pond rupture and 1500 to 5000 fish killed on the New River receive media coverage but ground water contamination deserves greater concern. He cites winter trash fish losses from fly net fishing, urging readers to contact their legislators to curb waste.
The Sun Journal notes the term limits and campaign reform bill died as Republicans and Democrats in the Senate voted along party lines. The author laments lawmakers prioritizing tenure protection over constituent promises and questions the faith of voters in political reform.
A reader laments WTEB cutting Friday and Saturday jazz programs including the Phil Fetcher Show and Jay Johnson's Jazz Corner. The writer argues budget cuts by Republicans threaten public radio and questions if the new classical format truly saves money or pleases listeners.
Garber Adventure Camp thanks Cassie Buck of B and B Lanes New Bern for opening the alley at 11 a.m. instead of noon. Her act gave campers a morning bowling opportunity during Bible time, and is gratefully appreciated.
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