Perplexed readers fear Congress laws resemble kid ideas in water
In this column, readers from Elyria and Cape Fear question Congress rules. The author argues Republicans block Clinton initiatives to hinder his reelection while Clinton retools bills to force liberal and conservative positions into agreement. He cites the crime bill as an example of political maneuvering and notes the NRA opposition and shifts toward prevention programs.
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Ohio
Congress
Washington
Bill Clinton
Clinton
Frank Sinatra
Michael Jackson
NAACP regroup urged as Chavis era ends in scandal
In San Francisco, the NAACP faces a challenge to refocus on civil rights amid unemployment gaps and health insurance shortages. The firing of executive director Ben Chavis is framed as a setback, not a crucifixion, with critiques aimed at governance, gender equity, and fiscal decisions while urging renewed emphasis on education, training, and health care access. Julianne Malveaux notes the need to move beyond internal turmoil to advance the broader agenda.
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NAACP
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Wilam Gibson
Ben Chavis
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CIA
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Nation of Islam
Mary Stansel
Naacp Legal Counsel
Board of
Fruit of Islam
District of Columbia
Chavja
Julianne Malveaux
Herald-Journal
Baseball strike Amid Laughs and Loses a Witty Take
Mike Royko mocks the baseball strike by weighing its comic and costly effects. He notes gamblers like Steve Sarmier in Las Vegas losing bets, Cubs fans’ faith, and vendors losing income, while extolling supposed societal benefits such as fewer risks and more viewing of fishing shows.
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Mike Royko
Herald-Journal
Herald American
Punishment vs prevention in violent crime debate
A Times review links a Brooklyn subway killing to the crime bill debate. It notes victims like Godfrey Williams and police shootings, cites Giuliani and Schumer on enforcement and prevention, and questions whether punishment alone suffices. The piece highlights Schumer grants and calls for dual approaches amid urban violence.
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Charles Schumer
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