Public Defender for Ponzi Suspect Draws Ire Across Nation
Federal judge appoints a public defender for Patrick Bennett, accused in a 43 count indictment of a $700 million Ponzi scheme. Bennett seeks taxpayer funded legal aid while his wife’s name secures a $500,000 bond. nine Bennett family companies are in Chapter 11. The piece criticizes the decision and suggests Bennett work to repay the public.
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Coach
Annan outlines UN reforms to cut costs and boost efficiency
United Nations Secretary General Kofi Annan proposes a 30 percent budget reduction and 25 percent job cuts, plus a deputy role to coordinate departments. He urges the U.S. to pay dues and become a genuine partner while emphasizing the UN’s mission to relieve the poor and vulnerable worldwide.
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United Nations
Kofi Annan
U.N
Washington
Annan
U.S
New York Times
Congress
Hull
Syracuse competitors shine at ACT-SO event
Syracuse students excel at ACT-SO in Pittsburgh. Corcoran High School senior Kamilton Pritchard won a $5,000 scholarship and gold medal in drawing, his second ACT-SO medal after a prior third place. Nottingham High School senior Jerome Woody took second in computer science for an Internet guide for minority students. Ten Syracuse Onondaga NAACP youths represented the chapter, marking strong community pride.
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Corcoran High School
Kamilton Pritchard
Pittsburgh
Nottingham
Jerome Woody
Syracuse/Onondaga
NAACP
Malang
Onondaga County Works To Favor Local Suppliers
Donald J. Lawless director of purchasing for Onondaga County argues state bidding laws constrain local preference. He recounts a 1994 uniform contract bid that allowed price corrections, the 1996 rebid that led to higher costs, and a subsequent supply change as the county sought fairer pricing while aiding local taxpayers. The county remains hopeful a new supplier can bid competitively and meet local employment and tax goals.
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New York State
Sheriff's and
Corrections Department
Corrections
Sheriff's
Donald J. Lawless
Syracuse
History and risks of amendments to clarify First Amendment
A public letter argues history matters in constitutional debate on religion and amendments. It references 1774 British taxation of Evangelicals, James Madison’s proposed language, and criticizes Supreme Court decisions while describing personal conflict as a public school employee with religion in daily life.
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Church of England
England
James Madison
Supreme Court
Stanton W. Doran
Clay
Justice Charles Major praised as top-notch in Herald Journal
A Syracuse Law Class of 1959 member recalls Justice Charles Major’s exemplary career. He notes Major’s legal acumen, thorough preparation, and leadership as Skaneateles town justice and supervisor. The writer recounts Major’s Supreme Court election and reflects on his enduring dedication and top-tier performance.
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Herald-Journal
Syracuse University College of Law
Merrill Melvin, Esq
Myron Melvin, Esq
Melvin and Melvin Law Firm
Merchants National Bank
Charlie Major
Skaneateles
Supreme Court
New York City
Charlie
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