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Newspaper
Syracuse Herald Journal
Location
Syracuse, New York, United States of America
Date
Jan 22, 1990
Page
3
Former mayor Barry acknowledges personal struggles as federal prosecutors pursue drug charges and a potential trial delay. A February hearing is set on possession charges with penalties up to one year and $100,000. Barry contemplates entering Betty Ford for treatment as allies stand by him.
Washington residents face a smooth transition as Carol Thompson, the city administrator, takes over duties after Mayor Marion Barry was arrested on a misdemeanor cocaine charge. The spokesman says no services will be cut and investigators may offer early explanations, while a Washington Post poll shows mixed public opinion on Barry’s future and race-related tension.
Washington reports that Mayor Marion Barry Jr acknowledged a drug problem to clergy and friends and his wife said he needed help. Legal experts say entrapment defense is unlikely to succeed, and Mundy confirmed it is not a priority. Barry was arrested in a federal undercover operation with a fashion model who was a former girlfriend. He was videotaped discussing drugs, then buying and smoking crack.
Helen Obrist joined 36 others and caravans from Central New York to Albany for a large abortion rights rally marking Roe v Wade's 17th anniversary. Advocates urged protectors of reproductive rights amid debates on Medicare funding and parental consent, pledging to vote against leaders who oppose abortion rights.
Anti abortion activists and clergy in Syracuse and Albany marked the 17th anniversary of the 1973 Supreme Court decision legalizing abortion. Phyllis Hyreza, a longtime anti abortion advocate, or did not plan events yet attended rallies in Syracuse and Washington DC. Church leaders urged compassion toward women and stressed pro life messaging while noting political and legal shifts following the Webster decision.
Syracuse activists planned to press Congress in Washington during the 17th annual March for Life, urging a constitutional amendment to ban abortion and appeals to overturn Roe v Wade. The event drew 67 000 last year and highlighted Republican leaders’ mixed support as Bush administration aides met organizers.
Newsweek reports the Bush family divided by gender on abortion with George and Barbara leading opposing camps. The magazine says men mostly anti abortion while women favored some choice, though the first lady supported limits. White House declined comment.
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