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Newspaper
Sun Journal
Location
New Bern, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Oct 09, 1994
Page
11
Jim Wright argues that U S policy in Haiti under President Clinton creates a go nowhere scenario. Troops face shifting goals from invaders to liberators to occupiers, while public trust erodes. He cites past Haiti missions and warns that misunderstandings cost lives at the frontline.
A letter responds to Mr Dern about baby buggies at the Mum Festival, arguing the issue runs deeper than the festival. The writer praises family togetherness, urges respect for families, and suggests Dern start his own festival or stay home to enjoy peace.
A local note from Kona Barkley in New Bern opposes a movement to ban baby buggies, arguing it would endanger disabled access and deny equal participation in events. The writer warns the proposal harms mobility for those relying on adaptive equipment and those with limited independence.
The GATT treaty proposal includes a spectrum royalty tax aimed at raising 4.8 billion over five years by taxing broadcasters gross receipts. Critics say this will cripple radio and TV stations already hurting financially and undermine free over the air public service by shifting costs to consumers. They argue broadcasting relies on ad revenue, not government control, and warn the policy serves special interests rather than the public.
Craven County NAACP reports two years of work toward justice and unity. Highlighted are race relations gains, job opportunities, and public accommodations. Of 92 discrimination complaints, 52 had probable causes, 31 settled by conciliation, 12 lost interest, five not pursued. The group emphasizes it is a civil rights body, not law enforcement, and thanks churches, donors, and supporters. led by Rev. W.G. Hickman.
In Vanceboro on Sept 30 the newly formed Raritan Club held its first charity auction to raise funds for Rudy Bears to support the local rescue squad and law enforcement. Volunteers donated the building time and all items, with attendees contributing over 1500 dollars in a few hours to aid traumatized children. The author laments scant local media coverage yet praises donors for generous support and community spirit.
In a Midwestern city editorial writer Sarah Overstreet notes a multi state aid network that clashes with social services. Merchants and residents discuss fine penalties for the homeless while some push a park permit approach as a solution. She urges merging knowledge to curb exploitation and foster self sufficiency.
At a National Minority Politics Conference in Houston about 500 Black attendees and some Whites debated how to fix inner city decline. Speakers criticized liberal anti crime strategies and sex education as eroding traditional values, urging self reliance and stronger law enforcement.
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