World AIDS Day and the fight against ignorance
A case highlights progress in school access for Eliana Martinez, a child AIDS victim from Florida, while warning that misconceptions persist. The piece cites a University of California San Francisco study on risk behaviors among different groups and stresses prevention as the current best defense. It notes rising infections, cites counts in New York City and Onondaga County, and urges lasting education and safer practices to curb transmission.
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The Clay Pit Probe and a Land Deal Fallout
A land deal near a Van Buren clay pit tied to a proposed landfill draws scrutiny as DA Robert Wildridge delays reading an interim report. Critics question his leadership while staffers draft a final report due in 10 days and potential grand jury steps loom. Local legislators face blame for limited transparency and resources.
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Gerald Mingolelli
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Unconscionable Budget Move Sparks Van Buren fury
A Van Buren voter blasts town board members for finalizing the budget on November 20, cutting salaries for the supervisor elects staff and a floating clerk. The letter accuses the board of petty vindictiveness harming the new administration and town operations.
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David Haas
Ed Hallenbeck
An Old Political Recipe Returns to Local Governance
The piece contends the Resource Recovery Agency should wait for new local lawmakers before acting. It argues the January rush disenfranchises November voters and criticizes political appointments for lacking environmental expertise. It warns of limited scrutiny and a hollow consensus.
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Cable TV for prisoners sparks debate on prison luxury
New York state faces questions over using taxpayer funds to provide cable television to inmates at Rome metedium security facility. Critics say cable is a luxury and raises cost concerns, while supporters argue humane conditions may reduce violence. readers invited to submit 309 word essays to Syracuse Herald American with details and deadlines.
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Debate on Military Budget Cuts Amid Budget Strain
Readers express mixed views on defense spending. George Grice of Liverpool argues cuts are unwise to keep pace with rivals, while Manny Josbeng of North Syracuse urges reassessment under Granam Rudman to free funds for domestic needs. Phasen endorses redirecting spending to domestic programs.
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David Stoutenger
Readers invited to submit letters for publication
The Herald-Journal and Herald American call for reader letters on public issues. Letters must be brief, legible, and verifiable by telephone. The papers reserve the right to edit for length and may withhold the writer's identity for compelling reasons.
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