Trust No Deal As Tobacco Pact Faces Congress
An opinion column argues state settlements with tobacco firms over Medicaid smoking costs are flawed. It warns lawmakers to resist industry pressure, notes past industry deception, highlights a 368 billion over 25 years remedy, and stresses public health over profits.
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Newt Gingrich
Aly Wuudigatons
Food and Drug Administration
David Kessler
Common Cause
Tobacco
Mitch McConnell
R-Ky
U.S
U.S. Congress of Technology
Syracuse urged to boost economy amid housing decline
President Clinton proposed urban recovery plans to attract middle class families back to cities, while Syracuse faces falling home values, and local debates over school quality. Critics accuse councilman Rick Guy of damaging the city’s image with inflammatory remarks about schools, complicating efforts to attract residents and investment. The piece notes ongoing safety and tax efforts, affordable housing, and the need to improve the district.
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Syracuse
Clmston
Urpan
Herald American
New York
Hxrperts
Death for McVeigh another look
An opinion piece urges reflection on the death sentence for Timothy McVeigh, questioning whether state killing heals or deepens harm. It cites victims and a national turn toward mercy restoration and a broader public policy debate on executions, referencing Bud Welch and the group People Against The Death Penalty/CNY.
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McVeigh
Bud Welch
Margaret A. Stinson
People Against the Death Penalty
CNY
Fayetteville
Rent-a-school plan eyed by district for savings
The Magara Falls district considers leasing space to cut costs and fund school improvements, arguing renting could keep budgets balanced and safety standards current. The piece notes long-term housing and school costs pressures, suggesting owners reinvest in aging facilities as districts seek economical options.
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Herald- Journal
Magara Falls
Buidings
Anne Leuber
Campaign to stop abuse needs more male involvement
Letter from Jennifer of Syracuse praising Vera House coverage and urging greater male participation in domestic violence activism. She argues both men and women must help end abuse and supports continuing the white ribbon campaign.
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Vera House
Parents Umpires First Little League Game Confession
Robert Oberst describes volunteering as an umpire for his 8 year old son’s little league game. He recalls limited calling skills and Bronx street baseball roots. He faced noisy parents, a rushing pitcher, and the challenge of scoring while coaching not being allowed to coach his son.
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Bronx
Robert Oberst
Syracuse
Boehlert Stands Up for Environment in Endangered Act Vote
The Central New York congressman opposed a gutting attempt on the Endangered Species Act. He along with Republican moderates blocked the anti environmental proposal amid calls from Speaker Gingrich who labeled him irrelevant to policy. The speaker’s stance underscored internal party division.
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New York
Sherwood Boehlert
House
Newt Gingrich
Boehlert
Rep
Letters to the Editor policy and contact details
The Herald American invites succinct letters with writer name address and daytime phone. Submissions become property of the newspaper and may be published or posted online. Include mailing address phone and name and send by mail fax phone or NewsLine category EDIT.
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