Court TV and the Bill of Rights in Crisis
National debate centers on televising courtrooms as Justice Janie Shores warns that many citizens lack exposure to the Bill of Rights. Despite evidence that cameras aid understanding, federal policy remains to ban TV in criminal trials, while civil proceedings may gain access. Congress, the president, and judges face pressure to restore Sunshine in federal courtrooms.
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Janie Shores
Alabama
Supreme Court
Times Mirror
United States
Los Angeles
O.J. Simpson
Federal Judicial Center
Federal Court System
Judicial Center
Federal Courts of Appeals
District Courts
New York Times
Floyd Abrams
Saneaiees Court
Legal Times
USA Today Supreme Court
Tony Mauro
Congress
Nat Hentoff
Remember who supported bond in North Carolina
On November 2 the paper recalls a year since the North Carolina General Assembly faced criticism for Senate Bill 1157 Section 14 Economic Development Financing Bonds which would allow borrowing without voter approval. The writer urges voters to defeat incumbents of both parties on November 8 and promises to keep voting out problematic legislators. Jeffrey A. Pugh New Bern urges accountability and political action against special interest friendly officials.
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N. C. General
Raleigh
Jeffrey A. Pugh
New Bern
Clinton faces price of diplomacy amid North Korea and Haiti debates
The piece argues Americans may pay a political and fiscal price for foreign policy moves under Bill Clinton. It surveys U S aid to North Korea in exchange for nuclear dismantling and new reactors, U S efforts in Haiti, and the risk such quick wins mask long term instability and voter tax burdens. It notes public disapproval options and warns against copying domestic policy programs abroad.
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Bill Clinton
Haiti
Persian Gulf
North Korea
Israel
Jordan
Tel Aviv
U.S
Pyongyang
United States
United Gram
South Korea
Aristide
Clinton
Structured Sentencing hinges on prison space in NC
North Carolina adopts Structured Sentencing requiring fixed minimum terms, with parole board discretion. The plan falters without available beds as the state faces a prison space shortage, risking higher costs and delays unless new cells are funded in the next General Assembly.
Raleigh lobbyist guides campaigns for NC beer and wine
Chris Valauri, a lobbyist for the North Carolina Beer and Wine Wholesalers, has deep ties to candidates, advising on fundraising, campaign strategy, and event planning. He notes many lawmakers and campaigns, with his wife assisting, as the May primary nears and primary battles emerge.
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Chris Valauri
N.C. Beer and Wine
Ing
Valauri
Congress
Lators
Toe
Hottie Eemammanad Capitol Press Association
Praise for New Bern Car Show Rolling In
A returning note from an automobile restorer praising New Bern for hosting a national antique car show in the town center. He commends organizers volunteers merchants and citizens for hospitality and mentions good weather and plans to visit NC again.
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United States
New Bern
North Carolina
Township 7 debates growth and tax rate increase
A resident argues that Township 7 should focus on protection from external plans and from New Bern rather than incorporation. The critic questions government size and rising taxes, urging protection from Havelock and skepticism about promised benefits of incorporation.
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New Bern
Havelock
Tme
Township 7
Local Letters To Editor Notice Abbreviated Asides
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