Independent stance for public questions in Herald 1877
The founder Arthur Jenkins declares the Herald will pursue an independent course and discuss public issues without party politics. Stephen Rogers serves as President and Stephen A. Rogers as Editor and Publisher, with Michael J. Connor as Executive Editor and Stan Linhorst as Senior Managing Editor.
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Stephen A. Rogers
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Stan Linhorst
Penny-Size Tax Error Sparks IRS Outrage
A reader recounts receiving a 299.99 IRS check instead of 300 and the ensuing life-draining chase for a penny. The IRS later sent a four page explanation about where the penny went, criticizing payment timing and highlighting waste. The piece questions agency efficiency and urges focus on major tax cheats.
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Medicating Children Must Be Decided by Doctors
A commentary argues that decisions to medicate children for behavioral and emotional problems should rest with physicians, not schools. It notes Minnesota and Connecticut laws curbing school and parental pressure, cites risks of stimulants, and urges balanced, doctor-led guidance for parents.
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Minnesota
Connecticut
Drug policy critique argues against US legalization crusade
Nicholas Eyle, executive director of Reconsider Syracuse, critiques America's war on drugs. He cites Portugal Spain Italy Belgium Germany and other nations decriminalizing personal possession or legalizing marijuana, arguing prohibition fails. He notes US prison rates and international stance erode leadership while health and crime costs rise. He urges learning from abroad, treating drug issues as public health rather than enforcement.
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China
Thomas Sowell
Rabbits and laws spark a debate on nature and freedom
A reader argues rabbits existed long before humans and mocks leash laws while recalling a lyric about land ownership. Another letter criticizes misused military data in debates about Vietnam veterans and urges accurate public accounting, followed by a complaint about New York luxury car taxes and Albany budgeting failures.
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Albany
New York State
Jim Russell
Syracuse
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