Clinton Lewinsky testimony signals endgame for Whitewater inquiry
In our opinion the special counsel Starr should wrap up the Whitewater probe. Winnie Lewinsky gains immunity in exchange for grand jury testimony while Clinton agrees to testify on video. With those two steps, the path to completion and reporting to Congress clears, redrawing the political stakes as public confidence hinges on real evidence rather than leaks.
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Basketball boycotts a dream for US world championship team
The piece rails against NBA players boycotting the World Championships in Athens, arguing they abandon a privileged chance to represent the United States. It praises Wendell Alexis of Syracuse for seizing the moment while criticizing Grant Hill Gary Payton and Keith Van Horn for lacking commitment. It warns of broader impacts on USA Basketball profits and future Olympic qualification, noting potential absence of a U.S. men’s team in Sydney.
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Don’t rule out metro police leaders in Syracuse debate
A reader argues against city suburban police consolidation and defends local control. He says shared services can dilute accountability, questions cost savings from consolidation, and supports a renewed look at sales tax while urging suburban involvement and home rule. The letter defends local studies and cooperative ventures like 911, lab, and data systems.
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Bingo halls as a funding source for Syracuse schools
A Herald American piece argues Brigaders bingo nets over 1 million dollars in Q1, with projected near 5 million in a year, and asks how many programs could be saved if every Syracuse school ran a bingo hall staffed by volunteers. It contrasts gambling concerns with potential education funding and urges action from parents officials and teachers.
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East Syracuse janitor charged after drug sweep
The East Syracuse police wrapped up a five month probe with 12 agents and plainclothes officers around a school. A night janitor was charged with selling 26 grams of marijuana, not targeted at students or staff.
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Readers invited to submit letters for publication
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