Safeguards and flaws in democracy examined in opinion
In Our Opinion discusses how democratic systems rely on safety measures and educated citizens. It cites a Thousand Islands committee studying nuclear waste transport, critiques officials and a Save the River group led by Abbie Hoffman, and emphasizes the risk of losing federal checks if leadership flaws mute effective action. It ends with a tribute to Dave Garroway and his pioneering TV influence.
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Thousand Islands
Save the River
St. Lawrence
Abbie Hoffman
Dave Garroway
Miltie
Sid Caesar
Kate Smith
Garroway
Barbara, Walters
Frank Blair
John Chancellor
David
Nuclear safety and local bans on spent fuel transport
The piece argues for local safety ordinances on transporting spent nuclear fuel, noting NRC preempts but urging municipalities like Syracuse to open study and hearings. It questions who protects citizens, cites safety planning gaps, and calls elected officials to educate residents and consider local regulations.
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New York State
Nuclear Regulatory Commission
NRC
Reagan
Syracuse
Nedron
Keep cool this summer avoid booze with swimming
Dr Barbara Hartmann of the University of Arizona warns alcohol and swimming are a dangerous mix. She notes that up to a majority of drownings involve alcohol and urges limits of one ounce per hour, or one beer or wine glass, to prevent risky dives and impaired judgment at pools or beaches.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Barbara Hartmann
University of Arizona
Navy Alcohol and Drug Safety Action Program
Fine print flaws in proposed Balanced Budget Amendment
The article skewers the Balanced Budget Amendment, arguing the fine print hides breaking points and loopholes. It critiques proponents as assuming nobody reads the clauses and mocks several renamed amendments while noting political rhetoric and the public’s wishful thinking.
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Elizabeth Texler
Careys veto shocks 62 year old Syracuse resident
A 62 year old Syracuse resident denounces Governor Careys veto of a housing bill. The writer recalls an eviction from a rent paid apartment by Syracuse Housing Authority and questions the governors claim there is no housing shortage outside New York City.
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Syracuse Housing Authority
Carey
Regency Towers
New York City
Syracuse
Community voices critique police culture and praise local projects
Readers weigh in on police reform and public engagement. A Syracuse reader questions police inflexibility while praising civilian ride programs and crime prevention efforts. Other letters commend the Alpha House North rehab project and a Little League playoff effort by PETA's Trucking.
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Syracuse
Patrick V. Murphy
Brewers
Peta’s Trucking
Taft Road Field
PETA
Peta’s
Trucking
Italian from Queens caption stirs NY governor race debate
Angelo Rossi critiques a July 18 Herald American article by Judy Watson that labeled Mario Cuomo as the “Italian from Queens.” Rossi notes Cuomo is American of Italian descent and argues the piece uses ethnic labels. He also cites that other candidates were not described by ethnic terms.
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Herald American
New York State
Judy Watson
Mario Cuomo
Queens
Cuomo
Mayor Koch
Lewis Lehrmann
Paul Curran
Angelo Rossi
Syracuse
Sensationalism in coverage of Roger Scott shoplifting case
Ken and Sharon McNeil of Cortland criticize The Herald Journal for front page emphasis on Roger Scott shoplifting, arguing the piece is sensational and undermines Syracuse area journalism. They question newsroom bias and call for less tabloid-like treatment.
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Roger Scott
Scott
Syracuse
Herald-Journal
Ken
Sharon McNeil
Cortland
Insanity Plea as Hoax Says Carl T Rowan
The columnist Carl T. Rowan blasts the criminal justice system in a strong column arguing insanity pleas are a hoax. He disputes juror naivety and questions the assumption that defendants are innocent until proven guilty, criticizing courtroom dynamics and public perception.
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Carl T. Rowan
Graffiti mess on storefront sparks city cleanup request
Local residents report vandal graffiti across several storefronts near the Hyatt area. City officials have urged property owners to remove the tags promptly as part of a coordinated cleanup effort this week.
Who shall pay for this terrible human tragedy
Charles A. Hughes of Bridgeport asks who will pay for the deadly Israeli assault on Lebanon and Palestinian refugees. He cites 10,000 dead, 17,000 wounded and 600,000 homeless, condemning militarism as a violation of international law and democracy.
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Israel
PLO
Charles A. Hughes
Bridgeport
County fiscal standoff over sales tax share debated
In Onondaga County a dispute over city of Syracuse sales tax share pits Mulroy backed compromise against a statutory 38 to 35 percent reduction. The debate frames a choice between preserving city finances and risking county fiscal integrity, with Ed Bailey facing scrutiny for his critique.
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Ed Bailey
Syracuse
Bailey
Onondaga County
Mulroy
Chamber of Commerce
Metropolitan Development Association
Doctor Arrives After Illness On Golf Course
A golfer reports suddenly falling ill on a golf course and says a doctor finally arrived to assist. The person notes it took some time to get medical help despite the emergency on site.
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Arthur Jenkins
Herald
THE
Herald Company
Clinton Square
N.Y
Stephen Rogers
William D. Cotter
Philip A. Hofmann
Peace
Charles, Prince of Wales
Diana Spencer
Lrater
Klines
Fle
WU Ae Ies
Els
Murphy
Emery Pellen
Mattydale
Alpha House North
Bill Lawrence
Liverpool
Justice
Hyatt
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