No to a New York super lottery says critics
Critics warn Gov. Pataki's push for a multi state super lottery would prey on the poor and siphon funds from education. They urge caution as online and cross state games expand gambling risk with few safeguards amid rising problem gambling estimates in New York.
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Regulation Push Aims To Cut Truck Crash Deaths
The Transportation Secretary unveils a package of trucking reforms to toughen company oversight, curb problem drivers, and accelerate safety inspections. Aims include higher fines, more reviews, and eliminating backlogged cases, with a goal to halve truck fatalities.
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Raisman leaves OCC amid board turmoil and uncertain future
The resignation of OCC President Neal Pasmen follows Jim Martin's comments on Raisman's departure, marking a turbulent end to Raisman's two-year term. He boosted enrollment, curbed red ink, improved student services, and security of finances, while the board's actions threaten campus leadership and ongoing projects like the Applied Technologies Building and campus renovations.
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Death Penalty Debate Cites Costs And Flaws
A reader argues against capital punishment, noting high legal costs and long delays from appeals. The letter contends juror bias, manipulation by prosecutors, and political reconsideration show the policy is flawed and ineffective. It warns that once enacted, the law proves difficult to fix and remains a bad idea.
Try a little kindness from Jillian Caramanna
A short world wide note from ten year old Jillian Caramanna Chaumont charms readers with a simple plea to practice kindness. It emphasizes small acts matter and can make friends, even when not everyone notices.
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Violence in Star Wars and the pull of cool
A columnist reflects on Star Wars big event opening amid school shootings and wars abroad. They describe crowds at the box office, questions why violence appears appealing to youth, and argue for restraint and empathy over glamorizing aggression.
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