SU Housing Initiative expands city home ownership program
Syracuse University officials announced expansion of the City Guaranteed Mortgage Program, enabling SU employees to buy homes with no down payment or mortgage insurance as the university partners with the Syracuse Housing Initiative. The effort, backed by HUD and private contributions, aims to revive housing stock and boost the city’s appeal.
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New York moves toward law banning hate crimes against gays
The New York Legislature appears set to approve a long overdue hate crime measure, boosting penalties for crimes motivated by sexual orientation. Gov Pataki backs the Senate bill, with signals a signing could come near Election Day as the state becomes the 42nd to enact such protections.
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City county feud over sales tax stirs residents and calls for unity
In a critique of a county legislature vote, Russ Mitchell from Liverpool argues that all 14 Republicans ignored a nonpartisan citizens committee and favored a plan harming Syracuse’s finances. He questions county leaders’ antipathy toward the city, urges collaboration, and warns against a costly mall expansion funded by higher taxes on locals.
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Rainy rumbles over city and county politics clash
Soggy conditions and political conflicts swirl as Nick Pirro and Rey Bernardi clash while Joe Nicoletti warns of a 900000 repair bill for the Soldiers and Sailors monument. Ed Ryan touts Mr Conger’s progress, Rick Guy weighs minority outreach, and locals push for Blodgett library and safer school buildings amid questions of governance and growth.
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An orderly society why bother with pesky civil rights
A June Herald-Journal letter argues against civil rights protections, endorsing police state tactics and habeas corpus removal. It imagines jailing or shooting dissenters to curb crime, claiming such measures would yield less crime and a stronger nation, despite trampling constitutional values.
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Too Many Levels Of Government In New York
Donald A. Fisher argues that the Onondaga County Legislature and Syracuse city government should consolidate to cut taxes. He contends multiple government layers raise costs for taxpayers and worsen New York's tax burden, urging fewer public offices and unified agencies.
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The Herald Co invites letters with writer name address and daytime phone. Submissions become property of The Post-Standard Herald Journal Herald American and may be edited or used in other formats including Syracuse Online. Mailing address and contact details are provided for letters.
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