Calls for tougher JFK security after Flight 800 tragedy
In an editorial reaction to the Flight 800 disaster, the piece argues airport security, especially at JFK, is lax. It cites a New York Times investigation showing a single official with a flawed badge could access sensitive areas and pose a terrorism risk. It urges the Port Authority and airlines to raise guard levels, noting past inspector general findings and the high cost of security compared to the cost of grief.
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John F. Kennedy
Long Island
New York Times
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Clive
Port Authority
Department of Transportation
America Needs Exercise A call to daily activity urges New Yorkers to move
A CDC report ranks state activity levels with New York at 44th and Oregon highest at 35.7 percent regular exercise. Washington DC shows the lowest at 16 percent. The piece argues widespread inactivity drives health costs and urges simple daily activity like brisk walks, swimming, or yard work to boost heart and lung function.
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New York
Federal
Centers For Disease Control and Prevention
Empire State
Eightyearold’s gift lesson in the spirit of giving
Eightyearold Daniel Delluomo organized a birthday fund asking friends to donate toys and games for hospitalized children. He collected 155 dollars and, with his mother, delivered two bags of toys to University Hospital’s pediatrics department. He helped younger patients learn to use the items.
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Daniel
DeWitt Boy
University Hospital
Chil
Heartbreak and accountability in the wake of tragedy
A reflection on heartbreak as part of the human condition and the limits of laws to prevent pain. The Putzer and Douglas families model Christian faith by choosing forgiveness amid unspeakable grief, while communities seek accountability for reckless acts.
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Jeffrey
Jesus
Putzer
Christ
Douglas
One-Year Contracts Urged For School Budgets
In Central Square the tax rise of 25 percent spurs calls for one-year contracts. Teachers unions accused of securing a three-year deal while taxpayers and students bear the burden. Proponents urge electing school board members who vow not to approve contingencies or long labor agreements. Constantia reader Bob Gear sbeck voices the case.
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Central Square
Bob Gearsbeck
Constantia
Tax plans spark critique of Dole Clinton leadership
The piece argues Dole and Clinton tax proposals worsen the federal deficit and burden the young, predicting expanded government roles in finance and welfare. It questions principles of limited government and pay-as-you-go policy, calling for a new political party to pursue future-focused reform.
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Inimy
Bob Dole
Bill Clinton
Tax cut plan risks driving national debt past limit
The piece questions Bob Dole's proposed tax cut, arguing it is ludicrous given the current high national debt. It contends Congress would need drastic future spending cuts to prevent debt from rising, criticizes past Reagan and Bush eras, and warns the debt could exceed a critical edge if Dole's plan passes.
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Bob Dole
Dole
Congress
Reagan
Bush
Legislators urged to monitor DD&S sewer oversight
Onondaga County legislators push for independent evaluations of the Department of Drainage and Sanitation proposals to develop a Municipal Compliance Plan. They cite a $2 million ICP effort two years late and call for objective, expert input beyond DD&S to curb delays and high costs and ensure long term, economical sewer solutions.
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Dd&s
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