Clinton Uses Line-Item Veto to Target New York Funds
The article critiques President Clinton’s use of the line item veto on three parts of the balanced budget and tax cut bill. It argues the tool is politics over policy, notes constitutional concerns, and highlights New York’s perceived unfair subsidy to Washington. It contrasts New York with New Mexico, questions the veto’s purpose, and suggests legal challenges may push for a constitutional amendment.
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Allergy clinic shutdown harms patients and families
The University Hospital abruptly closed its asthma and allergy clinic citing cost and staff discard of treated patients. Many on Medicaid face finding new doctors while serums and long term allergy plans may be lost, raising concerns about access and community impact.
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India marks 50th anniversary of world’s largest democracy
ISHAN ASHUTOSH reports from Syracuse on India’s Aug 15 1947 independence through nonviolent means. The piece notes India’s diverse culture and religion, its strong voter participation, growing economy, and attracting foreign interest as the global community commemorates the milestone with elan. Jamesville and Syracuse authorities are cited.
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Jamesville
County approves one week clothing tax holiday in September
In a bipartisan 19-5 vote the Onondaga County Legislature approved a September 8 to 14 clothing sales tax holiday for 1998 with a 17-7 vote to approve the measure for September. The move follows earlier opposition and signals a shift toward permanent relief on clothing taxes.
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Onondaga County
Students Push for Stricter Standards and Uniforms in NY Schools
A graduate argues schools are too easy and urges mandatory uniforms, behavior standards, monthly teacher reports from employers, on the job training, community service hours, and equal effort for extenuating circumstances. The piece compares US standards to higher international levels and warns of lagging behind.
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New York State
Call to Action urged to form new denomination
A speaker criticizes ongoing changes in the Roman Catholic Church and recalls Victorian era reversals of moral decline. The liberal wing is said to threaten the church, but the speaker pledges virtue will be restored and urges Call to Action to leave and start its own denomination.
Bond Act Aims to Fix New York School Facilities
The governor and legislative leaders approve a 2.4 billion dollar School Facilities Health and Safety Bond Act enabling voters to approve the bond this November. It targets rundown overcrowded unsafe buildings with leaky roofs and weak wiring, inviting architects to design lasting improvements and tech-ready spaces.
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Readers urged to submit letters for publication
The Herald Journal Herald American invites letters to the editor and related submissions. Include writer's name address and daytime phone. Submissions become property of The Post Standard group and may be edited or posted online or on NewsLine.
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