Megan's law debate moves state toward public notice
Parents of murdered children join Gov Pataki in Albany urging Megan's law to require community notification when a sex offender moves near. Critics warn of constitutional risks and social backlash, but advocates argue knowledge protects children and could have saved victims like Megan, Polly, and Sara Anne.
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Albany
New York
James Wood
Sara Anne Wood
Herkimer County
Mare Klaas
Polly Klaas
Petulma
Calif
Maureen Kanka
Megan Kanka
New Jersey
Megan
George Pataki
Assembly
Klaus
Polly
Sheldon Silver
Senate
Pataki
Klaas
Silver
Fender
Binghamton
Loan
Vietnam
Pennsylvania
George M. Miller Sr
Miller
Political outrage over secret budget and sentencing reforms
The piece denounces Gov Pataki and Albany leaders for negotiating the state budget and sentencing-law reforms behind closed doors. It condemns the lack of public hearings and argues for open budget processes and legislative transparency to protect democratic principles. It cites Onondaga County lawmakers and Assemblyman Harold Brown in defense of swift action, while warning of executive overreach.
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George Pataki
Pataki
Assembly
Senate
Onondaga County
Albany
New York
Harold Brown
R-Camillus
New York State
Proposal on how counties handle budgets and deadlines
Nicholas J. Pirro argues for an on time budget process modeled after counties, with clear steps, deadlines, and consequences, proposing a governor bid and legislative milestones. He also criticizes the Syracuse Parking Ticket Bureau after a resident challenges an erroneous parking fine and calls for easier ticket contesting.
Reagan Letter Lifts Hero Captain O Grady
Herald Journal notes Captain Scott O Grady enjoyed Ronald Reagan's letter as a morale booster. The Air Force pilot said the note is dear to his heart and his mother plans to frame it. Reagan also sent a bag of jelly beans for a future trip.
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Herald-Journal
Air Force
Scout O'Grady
Capt. O'Grady
Ronald Reagan
O'Grady
Reagan
Rescuers Deserve Credit Not Hero Label For Grady
The pilot Grady, rescued in Bosnia, is praised for surviving and eluding captors but critics say the rescuers deserve the real recognition. They risked themselves to save their compatriot, a sacrifice the piece argues should be foregrounded.
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Tinin
Grady
Bosnia
O'Grady
Walsh urged for more town meetings by Upstate voters
A Syracuse constituent scolds Rep. James Walsh for holding few public town meetings, noting critical cuts in education and meals programs, and accusing him of meeting private interests while neglecting city and county needs. The letter urges quarterly town meetings and engagement with senior groups.
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Upstate
C-Span
Two Points Overlooked in Rescue Mission Coverage
The piece stresses that criticism of the Mission's trustees over finances does not negate Clarence Jordan's integrity or the value of the work. It argues accountability is needed and notes other groups like the Salvation Army, Samaritan Center, and Jail Ministry also serve those in need with limited funds and less attention.
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Clarence Jordan
Jordan
Salvation Army
Samaritan Center
Jail Ministry
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