Baker Seethes at Israel Hard Line on Peace Talks
Secretary of State James Baker vented frustration before the House Foreign Affairs Committee over Israel’s refusal to engage with Palestinian leaders. He blasted the Shamir government for insisting on advance conditions, warning that dialogue and peace are unlikely under current policy. The piece notes rising casualties in the occupied territories and continuing immigrant influx as factors shaping tensions.
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Time for pardons in Iran Contra controversy
The piece argues against pardoning officials linked to Iran Contra. It notes Oliver North received a suspended term while Admiral John Poindexter faces six months in prison. It contends Bush should not pardon others, including Reagan, and warns against perceived unequal justice.
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John Poindexter
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Oliver North
Robert McFarlane
Richard Secord
Albert Hakim
Jeers at Syracuse council for watered down Pride Day resolution
Dee Rainy criticizes the Syracuse Common Council for a diluted Pride Day resolution that removed references to gay pride and positive contributions. She notes three councilors who changed their votes under gay community anger, one tearing up the document, and argues lawmakers should act responsibly despite emotions.
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Syracuse
Joan Christensen
Susann Panek
Robert Romeo
Henninger High School Budget Fight Over English Teacher
A Syracuse parent urges preserving a valued English teacher at Henninger High School amid budget cuts. She urges protecting core subjects, rethinking seniority, and prioritizing educator experience and dedication to students.
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Henninger High School
Pete Kavanagh
Pat Spadafora
Slow Down on Jamesville Curve Urges Safer Driving
Coral Dexter appeals to motorists to slow at the dangerous curve in the 200 block near an apartment building. She notes 7:30 to 8am accidents with speed, despite signs including a 15 mph limit and a handmade warning. Dexter invites readers to witness the hazard firsthand.
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Police Department Errors in Siler Case Report
The Herald Journal misattributed the Clay area incident involving Lisa Siler to the wrong department. Records show the Town of Clay Police Department did not respond to Harrow Court calls in 1987 88 or 89. Tina Stafford described a different agency in an May 4 interview.
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Bart Simpson stirs school dress code debate nationwide
Readers weigh in on Bart Simpson underachiever shirts amid district bans as a broader clash over youth hero worship surfaces. Respondents note the character’s influence on youths and demand for editorial deadlines and entry methods.
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America
Bart Simpson
Watertown
James Dean
Easy Rider
New York Environmental Bond Act Clears Legislature
The 21st Century Environmental Bond Act passes both houses and heads to the November ballot. loyalty supporters praise funding totaling 525 million for solid waste and recycling, 162 million for water quality and sewage upgrades, and 12 million to protect the Great Lakes. Eileen M. Clinton of the Troquois Group urges a yes vote to fund land and water conservation statewide.
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Heart to Heart aims to heal Syracuse families
Nancy Chappell of Baldwinsville commends Syracuse community support for tackling family and drug issues through Michael Ristau’s Heart to Heart column published in the Catholic Sun and Herald American. She notes the avenue offers anonymity for those seeking recovery and sharing pain, urging continued encouragement.
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