Supreme Court ruling heightens term limits battle
A 5-4 Supreme Court ruling voids state term limit votes for Congress arguing qualifications are constitutional minimums. The decision ends state by state limits, pushing supporters to seek a constitutional amendment. House backers expect action in January 1997 with 1996 elections shaping momentum.
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Closing Pennsylvania Avenue a small victory for extremism
Federal security planners abruptly closed Pennsylvania Avenue in front of the White House over the weekend to deter an Oklahoma City style attack. The six-lane closure disrupts traffic, blocks a 12 square block area, and prompts debate about freedom and security. President Clinton described it as a practical step to preserve freedom and peace of mind.
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Medicare Reform Debate Sparks Sharp Republicans Democrats Clash
Doug Bandow argues Medicare faces a fiscal crisis with projected cost rises and insolvency if unaddressed. He criticizes Democrats for demagoguery and calls for vouchers, private catastrophic insurance, higher eligibility age, higher copays, and trimming benefits for wealthy seniors. He notes Republican plans seek slower growth and warns of payroll tax pressures.
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Roadside cleanup program faces private contractor option
Paul O Connor analyzes a shift in North Carolina cleanup policy as Senate and House budgets allow businesses to hire cleaning crews for state road sections. The plan could cut costs and create jobs, but risks turning volunteer work into corporate sponsorship with ads on signs and potential advertising tradeoffs.
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Nose knows way to Craven
Letter to the editor laments lack of compensation for land use limits linked to wetlands and swine farms in eastern North Carolina. The writer urges state action, noting odor impacts near Craven County and proposes residency rules for hog farm owners. He criticizes tourism and retirement prospects amid environmental concerns and suggests a regional promotional irony.
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Parker on board blocks progress amid bylaw row
Craven Regional Medical Center and Craven County boards face criticism as Gerald Parker, under indictment for drug charges, uses pressure tactics to influence bylaws and operations. Critics urge removal of suspected drug dealers from public posts and call for equitable inclusion practices while questioning officials and youth impact.
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Candidacy hints for River Bend hopeful Molly Ritter
In a Forum letter dated April 16, W F Fowler welcomed Molly Ritter as a candidate for River Bend council. The writer urges Ritter should aim higher, praising her honesty, capability, and knowledge of state statutes, town code, and Roberts Rules. The author questions Fowler’s deduction of candidacy from an opinion.
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