Wright’s resignation tests Congress ethics and accountability
The piece argues Jim Wright’s ouster exposes a broken system shaped by money and special interests. It laments partisan attacks while urging real reform such as curbing honoraria PAC influence and the revolving door, warning only self-restraint by lawmakers could restore public trust.
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House of Representatives
Wright
U.S
Tony Coelho
California
Rep
William Gray
Pennsylvania
Newt Gingrich
Georgia
Beryl Anthony
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Gingrich
Congress
Jim Wright
IRA Regatta Anchors Syracuse In Longstanding Classic
The Intercollegiate Rowing Association Regatta on Onondaga Lake anchors Syracuse sports, drawing purists and fans alike. Rowers in fragile boats race for progress over long heats while finish-line seats let listeners hear the play by play as shells skim the water.
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Suramse University
LeMoyne
Syracuse
Aid
Onondaga Lake
Collegians
IRA Regatta Fans Embrace Championship Spirit and Seasonal Finale
Fans attend the IRA Regatta as a serious national championship event and seasonal finale. They spread blankets by the water, listen from speakers, and cheer for qualifying rowers who pursue futures in graduate school and careers beyond sports. Rowers and coaches share a pure competitive drive without big-money contracts.
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IRA
Why are we parking at 55 mph on the highway
North Syracuse reader P D Golembiewski urges continued trooper discretion over 55 mph speed limits. He questions state lawmakers for reaffirming and raising fines, arguing speed limits should reflect driver ability, vehicle condition, and road context rather than a blanket limit.
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P.D. Golembiewski
North
Syracuse
Doctors' AIDS remarks spark outrage in Onondaga meeting
Jerry Amerando of the AIDS Task Force of Central New York denounces physician comments at the Onondaga County Medical Society quarterly meeting. He cites calls labeling HIV patients as killers as fueling stigma, urges confidentiality, dignity, and adherence to the Hippocratic Oath amid fears of discrimination and loss of rights.
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Onondaga County Medical Society
Herald-Journal
Vercillo
Long
Rizk
Aids Task Force
Hippocrates
Jerry Amerando
CNY
Syracuse
Doctors Air Views on AIDS At Onondaga Medical Meeting
The May 3 Onondaga County Medical Society discussed AIDS, emphasizing physicians obligation to treat all patients with dignity and without discrimination. Panelists including Dr. Arthur Vercillo stressed compassionate care, patient advocacy, and safety for health professionals and families, noting no cure exists yet.
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County Medical Society
Arthur Vercillo
Patricia A. Randall
Onondaga County Medical Society
Syracuse
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