Flag Burning Amendment is an un-American panic
The piece argues against a constitutional amendment to outlaw flag burning, labeling it dangerous demagoguery. It cautions that silencing dissent erodes liberty, mocks politicians who push the issue, and notes Louisiana legislators’ lenient stance toward assaulters of flag burners.
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Congress
Supreme Court
Senate
House
America
Louisiana
New Republic
States urged to act on oil spill response plans
As Exxon Valdez and Mega Borg disasters spark debate, states push for immediate spill plans and equipment. Lawmakers falter, while Florida passes own measures ordering vessels and terminals to prepare containment booms and response plans. Texas and other coastal states urged to act without waiting on Congress.
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Exxon
Mega Borg
Gulf of Mexico
Valdez
Texas
United States
Houston Audubon Society
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House
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Tion
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Netherlands
Borg
Florida
Housing Secretary Kemp proposes FHA reform plan
Cheers for Jack Kemp outlining steps to save the troubled FHA after a 4.2 billion loss in 1988. Proposals include higher premiums on low down payment loans and banning closing cost financing.
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Jack Kemp
Federal Housing Administration
FHA
Kemp
Responding to Burnet Park Zoo Criticisms and Breeding Program
Amy Roberts of Dallas defends Burnet Park Zoo staff amid criticism of captive breeding. She emphasizes the role of professional animal care, urges understanding of genetics in conservation, and asks readers to research species survival efforts rather than condemn keepers.
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Central New York
Burnet Park
Burnet Park Zoo
Amy Roberts
Dallas
Texas
Don’t Blame Parents for Kids’ Troubles Says Syracuse Reader
A Syracuse reader argues against punishing parents for their children. She cites counseling, monitoring limits, and calls for harsher rules on youths who break laws while noting parents bear costs for legal help and community service.
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John Harmon
Nancy L. Grago
Syracuse
Liverpool Board of Education approves Integrated Program through fourth grade
Grateful note to Richard Berryhill praises the May 14 Liverpool Board of Education meeting. The family supports the Integrated Program for typical and special-need children and looks forward to their son Vince entering kindergarten this fall in the Liverpool School District.
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Richard Berryhill
Liverpool Board of Education
Liverpool
Vince
Public calls for action over S&L crisis and fraud
Joyce Landry urges outrage over savings and loan fraud totals and prosecutions. She blasts officials and tax burdens while demanding punishment for perpetrators, including public figures, and accountability for recovery costs.
Readers invited to submit public issue letters
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Joyce Landry Clay
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