iN OUR OPINION MARTIN LUTHER KING DAY REMAINS IMPORTANT
The piece reflects on King as a national conscience and asks if his message remains strong amid persistent racism and poverty. It notes ongoing discrimination lawsuits, white supremacist activity online, and emphasizes continued community and political action to fulfill King’s nonviolent dream and address economic inequality.
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Martin Luther King
King
America
Baber
Dail Eppa
Congressional Black Caucus
James Byrd
Amadou Diallo
Bush faces CTB challenge early in his presidency
The renewal debate over the Comprehensive Test Ban Treaty looms as George W. Bush takes office. Powell backs the treaty while Bush aides warn it could weaken the U.S. deterrent. With China India and Pakistan developing programs, passage hinges on a compromise ratification and strengthened verification.
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George W. Bush
Bush
Colin Powell
U.S. Senate
United States
Great Britain
France
China
India
Pakistan
Clinton
Powell
San Father
Carousel Center expansion sparks mixed civic views
Readers and local figures contest the Onondaga County PILOT for the Carousel mall expansion. Arguments cite risk of a costly, ill‑timed project and unseen taxes, while supporters praise jobs and growth. Letters call for written contracts, clear timetables, and city county protections.
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New York
Syracuse
Glenn Tortora
Call to ban assault weapons after Massachusetts attack
The speaker condemns the National Rifle Association and urges immediate, total ban on assault weapons including M 16 and Uzi noting they are designed for killing. The message asserts hunters do not need such guns and warns that more innocent deaths will follow if not prohibited.
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Massachusetts
National Rifle Association
Nutcase Rifle Association
NRA
Nospan
Jack McAuliffe a man who could've been mayor
A tribute recounts Jack McAuliffe as a potential Syracuse mayor figure with a winning personality and sincere nature. The piece recalls personal encounters with the late figure, his impact on colleagues, and the sorrow at his sudden death on Sunday. It extends sympathy to his wife Millie and family, and honors his long friendship with community leaders.
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Jack McAuliffe
Syracuse
Tom Higgins
Dick MacPherson
Jack ‘McAuliffe
McAuliffe
Hugh Carey
Bellevue
Charlie Stone
Zeke Spaulding
Julie's
Millie
Jack
John Jr
Joseph R
Thomas J
Terrence R
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