State of the Union message underscores policy priorities
The editorial lauds President Clinton for a focused State of the Union address that emphasized public policy over scandal. It notes a booming economy, a shrinking deficit, and calls for 100,000 new teachers, health care reform, and improved child care while cautioning about pursuing sex-life rumors over substantive issues. Clinton’s stance on Social Security and a consumer bill of rights are highlighted as key elements.
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Soviet Union
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Trent Lott
White House
Adoption debate in Onondaga court over same sex couple
A same sex couple in Onondaga County fights to finalize an adoption for their shared daughter after a breakup. The 4 year old, who calls both women Mommy, risks losing a parent as the biological mother must relinquish rights. The Court of Appeals allows gay couples to adopt, but adoption remains far from automatic.
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Onondaga County
Court of Appeals
Congressional push to curb soft money in campaign finance
Congress faces a hard look at soft money as bipartisan groups in the House and Senate push reform to close loopholes that let national party non-federal accounts launder funds. The goal is to end evasion of contribution limits and reduce influence of special interests. Citizens urged to join Common Cause in advocating strong reform efforts.
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Alfonso D'Amato
James Walsh
Common Cause
Male Widwaty
Democracy in trouble when dissenters jailed
A former prisoner of war and peace advocate, Nick Cardell, faces six months in federal custody after being convicted of trespass for distributing pamphlets at Fort Benning Georgia. The case targets political speech and public dissent against U S policy.
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Fort Benning
Georgia
Coe
Ring stolen at Syracuse game sparks letter of dismay
A parent recounts losing a wedding ring at the Onondaga County War Memorial after a restroom incident during a Syracuse Crunch game on January 16. He condemns the theft as a breach of honor, noting the ring held sentimental value and hoping the thief is found. he laments the shift from integrity to profit.
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Syracuse Crunch
Onondaga County War Memorial
War Memorial
Loyal Americans Face Political Expression as Justice Travesty
A reader condemns actions against citizens expressing political opinions counter to the government calling it a travesty of justice and a symptom of declining democracy. The note ends with a somber tone about Tom’s sadness.
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Tom
Tenure protects teachers who do right thing
Bruce Revette's critique of tenure is countered by a Westchester example from Eastchester where a supervisor urged a passing grade on a Regents exam. Richard Walsh, aided by unions, revealed the pressure and the district’s rejection to meet with unions. NYSUT notes widespread pressure to pass failing students. tenure protects teachers from removal for whistleblowing or refusing improper orders.
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Revelle
Readers invited to submit letters for publication
The Herald Co. invites letters from readers, to be succinct and legible, accompanied by the writer’s name, address and daytime phone. Submissions may be edited and published in any Herald properties or on Syracuse Online. Mailing address, email, fax, and questions contact details provided.
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