New York Casino Question: An Opinion Against Gambling
A reader argues against approving casino gambling in New York. The piece decries casino profits, political influence, and social costs, citing Atlantic City and Florida as failed casestudies. It questions constitutional amendments, voter referenda, and the promised economic benefits. It urges tax cuts and real economic reforms instead.
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New York
Florida
Syracuse Lacrosse Loses Title For 1990 Rule Breach
The NCAA stripped Syracuse University of its 1990 lacrosse national championship after finding that coach Roy Simmons Jr and his wife were tied to a car loan for star Paul Gait. The piece argues the car loan influenced nothing but stresses the broader lesson: keep promises and follow agreed rules.
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NCAA
Orange
Roy Simmons Jr
Paul Gait
Syracuse
Gary
Pay teachers by performance in New York state
A letter from Donna Caruso of Liverpool argues for pay based on teaching performance rather than tenure. She notes the average salary of 44,999 for 186 days and projects 56,611 for 234 days, praising high performers while criticizing mediocrity and the use of funds for non instructional costs.
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New York State
Donna Caruso
Liverpool
Tour of War Memorial Pleases Local Pupils
After a year of planning the OnCenter/War Memorial Management Corp and the OnCenter Veterans Advisory Committee held a school tour on May 30 for 70 eighth graders from Fabius-Pompey Middle School. Organizers called it a tremendous success and hope to continue the history lesson for Onondaga County students.
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OnCenter Veterans Advisory Committee
Schoolwiizen
Fabius-Pompey Middle School
Onondaga County
Editorial sparks broad debate over Liddy coverage
In Baldwinsville the editor defends Liddy against charges, arguing the piece broadened his audience and urged listeners to judge without media spin. The note praises college players for enthusiasm and contrasts pro athletes unfavorably, urging major leaguers to observe the college game.
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Environmental Woes Editorial on World Environment Day
A reader comment highlights how environmental issues need voter engagement and cites pollution, air and water quality, and regulatory policy. The letter praises press coverage that prints pollution records and lawmakers’ voting histories to inform citizen responsibility.
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Bruce Carpenter
James Ish
Republican Party
Poison or safety in Congress as rights and death collide
A public appeal condemns House Speaker Newt Gingrich and Senate Leader Dole for pushing tax relief to the wealthy, gutting environmental protections, and prioritizing free market costs over health. It argues polluted waters and skies threaten all, calls for stringent laws, and urges voters to judge reps by votes on life and safety.
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Newt Gingrich
Senate
Kob Dole
Congress
Gingrich
Onondaga
Great Lakes
Dole
America the Beautiful
America
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Readers urged to submit letters with contact details
The paper invites readers to send succinct legible letters for publication. unsigned or unverifiable authors won't be printed. provide daytime telephone, and use 8-N-1 data format for fax or email submissions via Syracuse journal offices.
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