Reform bill tightens lobbying rules and licensing
A reform bill moving through Congress would ban many gifts from lobbyists and create an Office of Lobbying Registration. It broadens who counts as a lobbyist, requiring registration and biannual reports, with fines up to 200000 dollars. critics fear it could deter citizen efforts to petition government and curb the First Amendment right to lobby.
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Office of Lobbying Registration and Public Disclosure
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Adams Visits Highlight U S Role in Northern Ireland Peace
Clinton invited Sinn Fein leader Gerry Adams to the United States, signaling Washington's leverage in Belfast and Derry. The administration lifted travel bans, enabling Adams to meet officials, while real peace still depends on moves by Britain, the IRA, and local parties.
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Northern Ireland
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Derry
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South Africa
Nelson Mandela
Immigration reform split over aid and enforcement
Chicago Tribune columnist Joan Beck reviews the Commission on Immigration Reform's plan to limit illegal immigrants' access to public aid, while urging stricter enforcement and noting political opposition. The piece discusses California's Prop 187, border challenges, and the economic and social impacts of immigration.
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Commission On Immigration Reform
Congress
Barbara Jordan
California
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U.S
Janet Reno
Pkece
Sangbe Spi
Mexico
Florida
Kennedy International
America
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The
Chicago Tribune
Forum License Plan Sparks Critique of Fishing Rules
Observer rails against a broad NOAA style license plan aimed at anglers. He argues it tightens government control, fuels enforcement funding, and erodes personal freedoms while accusing officials of siding with developers and large interests. He urges public involvement with a meeting set for Oct 20 at Carteret Community College in Morehead City.
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Carteret Community College
Morehead City
Check cashers under fire over high rates near bases
Paul O Connor argues that check cashing businesses near military bases exploit service members. He cites consumer finance law limits, proposing caps on fees and interest and stronger protections. He urges enforcement and extension of consumer protections to these lenders.
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Consumer Finance Act
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Kidsville Cleanup Volunteers Sought for Oct 15
The Friends of the Play call for volunteers to fix up and spruce up Kidsville on Saturday October 15 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Refreshments will be served. For more information call 636-
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Friends of the Play
Letters to Editor for Sun Journal Submissions
Send submissions to Forum Sun Journal P O Box 1149 New Bern NC 28563. Letters must be signed with address and number for editor reference. During this election season no letters endorsing or none provided by the readable text.
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