City group questions Pataki budget stance on school aid
A Syracuse education advocates group visited Albany to urge restoration of school aid vetoed by Gov. Pataki. Mayor Bernardi condemned the protesters as an embarrassment, drawing criticism over his stance on education and public involvement.
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State Legislature Fails On Key Reforms In Albany
A New York Legislature recap notes unfinished business and missed reforms. It cites failure to pass a casino on non Indian land amendment, dairy compact, court reform, electronic coverage, and lowering the drunk driving BAC. Spending rose 8 percent amid election year dynamics and lobbying influence.
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Stand For Children chapter to form at Syracuse University
Danielle DeSialo of Syracuse University announces the formation of the SU chapter of Stand For Children a national child advocacy group. The effort aims to raise awareness advocate and volunteer with local organizations to improve services for children in the Syracuse area and engage the community including schools and businesses.
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Sign a donor card and help organ transplant patients
A dialysis center patient urges signing organ donor cards to reduce transplant waits. He notes 12 hours weekly on dialysis, years of waiting, and high death rates among patients. He recalls signing in 1971 and emphasizes donations can aid many people while advocating conversation with loved ones.
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Homemaker wife seeks equality in federal retirement benefits
Rosario A. Rizzo complains that his wife a homemaker receives half his $500 monthly federal retirement, about $222, but she should get half. She will be 65 next year, Medicare deductions reduce her benefits. He cites HR2273 to change Graham Rudman Act and accuses politicians of inaction. He demands a fix, asserting gender discrimination against the married homemaker.
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