Debate over foreign-born presidents and eligibility rules
John Yinger of Syracuse argues the natural born citizen requirement for U S presidents is exclusionary. He urges either amending the Constitution or granting retroactive citizenship to adopted children to allow foreign-born Americans to seek the presidency. He warns against fears of dual loyalties and notes foreign-born citizens can hold other high offices.
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National Night Out Promotes Safer Neighborhoods Picnic
The 17th annual National Night Out event invites Onondaga County residents to a free community picnic from 5 to 8 p.m. on August 2 at Clay Central Park hosted by Neighborhood Watch of Central New York. Demonstrations, discussions, and police-fire outreach aim to boost crime prevention, neighborhood unity, and local anticrime programs.
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Local letters defend Hillary Clinton amid campaign chatter
Community members from Syracuse Rochester and Buffalo discuss Hillary Rodham Clinton and her influence. Letters praise her NY visibility and public service while criticizing Bill Clinton's role and calling for fair coverage and independent effort.
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Parents object as guard ejects 10-year-old from dance floor
A family attending a Glenn Miller Orchestra event at P&C Stadium says a security guard forcibly removed a 10-year-old girl from the ball field for dancing to In the Mood. The parent, supervising two other children, contends the policy change and force were unnecessary and unevenly applied, with other kids remaining.
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Manlius YMCA plan gains strong local support
Rosemary O Leary and Larry Schroeder praise the proposed Manlius YMCA noting the Bloomington Indiana club’s family activities. They argue Syracuse area options require travel to ten venues, higher costs, and lack focus on character development, urging approval and backing.
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Parent criticizes concert policy on underage tickets
A parent questions why 10 year old girls escorted by an adult cannot enjoy music, noting she paid the same price for children's tickets and demands enforcement against disruptive behavior rather than penalizing supervised children. She cites John Simone denying full enjoyment and urges addressing misconduct with owners or parents.
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