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Newspaper
Syracuse Herald Journal
Location
Syracuse, New York, United States of America
Date
Aug 21, 2001
Page
5
Arthur Jenkins founder of Herald, in the January 15 1877 issue, advocates ignoring party politics and pursuing an independent path to discuss public questions and back men and measures best serving the people.
The Bush administration weighs withdrawing from lawsuits against 34 older power plants in the Midwest and South over nitrogen oxides and sulfur dioxide. New York asserts the actions affect acid rain and environmental damage, while EPA head Whitman and New York Attorney General Spitzer warn of reversals and higher costs.
The piece argues that Vietnam era service records distort politics yet notes many candidates, including Michael Bloomberg, had limited or no military service. It cites Bloomberg’s medical disqualification and a broader trend of non veterans holding office, while condemning falsified claims and highlighting Joseph Ellis’s plagiarism admission.
An analysis argues that declining state prison numbers do not mean fewer incarcerated. The total rose in 2000 with 2.0 million prisoners nationwide, driven by growth in federal prisons. Demographic shifts intensified incarceration of women and people of color, especially for drug and nonviolent crimes. Substantial reforms and reentry investment are urged to curb future prison expansion and address societal costs.
A letter writer argues teachers juggle many roles from educator to nurse and counselor, urging parents to take more responsibility for children’s education and well being. The piece reflects on changes since 1990s and cites community concerns about school and family roles.
A reader condemns Deputy Michael Brown's 30 days without pay and 16 months off work as inexcusably lenient, accusing Sheriff Kevin Walsh of tolerating harassment and bias while noting a lack of accountability for female trainees. letter also questions the sheriff's stance. The second letter reviewer urges rust protection in cars, arguing salt and cold Northeast winters cause rust beyond factory warranty coverage.
The Herald Co invites letters to the editor noting they must include name address and daytime telephone. Submissions may be edited published and used in other formats such as Syracuse Online or NewsLine. Contact options include mail fax email and phone for questions.
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