Supreme Court backs curbs on affirmative action
The five to four ruling says white firefighters in Birmingham may sue to challenge an affirmative action plan from a settlement, signaling potential broad challenges to such programs. The piece notes prior rulings restricting racial quotas and questions of reverse discrimination, urging Congress to act to restore fairness.
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Supl Cie Conl Insus
Uguul Aduul
Antonin Scalia
Byron White
Anthony Kennedy
Sandra Day O’connor
William Rehnquist
Birmingham
Supreme Court
Aiidmalveacianh
O’connor
Reagan
Ronald Reagan
O'Connor
Congress
Clean Air Plan Endorses Action on Acid Rain
Editorial argues Bush plan to cut sulfur dioxide by 10 million tons by 2000 marks real federal action after decade of neglect. Notes costs of $700 million annually for five years rising to $3.8 billion, and opposition from coal producers. Welcomes acceptance of acid rain reality and calls for stronger, timely measures.
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Bush
Adirondack
New England
Canada
Richard L. Lawson
National Coal Association
Reagan
Adirondacks
Washington
White House
NASA
James Hansen
Helmet Law Debate: Public Pays for Motorcyclist Risk
The piece argues society bears costs of motorcycle head injuries and supports mandatory helmets. It notes medical expenses and higher insurance premiums affect all, not just riders, and contends nonmotorcyclists should not subsidize reckless riding. It frames helmet rules as protective for the broader public.
Standards for EMS training must ensure patient safety
The author argues against lowering EMS training standards, urging that all providers be clinically competent. They note current recertification rules in New York, National Registry hours, and regional requirements, warning that exemptions and shortened courses threaten patient care.
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New York State
National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians
Koop backs stricter alcohol controls and warnings
The text urges Surgeon General C Everett Koop to back immediate license suspensions for DWI offenders and a lower blood alcohol limit, arguing many states have success with on the spot penalties. It calls for advertising restrictions and strong warnings about alcohol dangers, including health risks and deaths from DWI.
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C. Everett Koop
Aid-Nys
DW1
Minnesota
Israel Offers Free Elections Amid Intifadah Editorial Turmoil
The piece argues world opinion drives the Intifadah and warns about inflammatory editorials. It notes badges in workplaces, Arab child exploitation, and Israeli troop limits, while urging Palestinians to seize the chance for free elections before further violence escalates.
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Syracuse
Israel
Public letters urge warning on alcohol and justice flaws
Letters discuss alcohol as a dangerous drug and its social image, praising the surgeon general while urging stronger warnings. Other readers condemn judicial loopholes and advocate civic action, flag participation, and public engagement on policy issues. Names include Mrs Richard Besse and Linda Lemessurier.
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Richard Besse
Rid-Nys
Syracuse
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Stephen A. Rogers
Timothy D. Bunn
Better
Timothy P. Atseff
Donald P. Pickard
James F. Kleinklaus
Thomas. J. Heck
Wahend
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Koop
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Linda Lemessurier
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