Cornell welcomes Taiwan's Lee Teng-hui amid Beijing disapproval
Lee Teng-hui, 78, returns to Cornell University as an alumnus and former Taiwan president. Pro-Beijing critics urge Cornell to disinvite him, while U.S. academic freedom and a campus visit grant him a platform to discuss Taiwan's status. Lee earned a PhD in agricultural economics in 1968 and Cornell plans to name a scientific institute after him.
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Lott defends federal ship subsidy amid budget clash
Senate leader Trent Lott defends the Title XT Maritime Guarantee Loan Subsidy, arguing subsidies save Mississippi jobs by backing two 1,200 passenger cruise ships valued over $1 billion. Bush plans to cut with broad opposition in Congress, while supporters say level the playing field for US shipbuilders.
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Syracuse Voter Seeks Change After Bernardi Era Decline
Melinda Dongvan Bell of Syracuse criticizes Mayor Roy Bernardi for blight and school deterioration since 1989. She recalls Tom Young's era, notes shuttered Geddes Street businesses, rising For Sale signs, and a failing middle school, urging a Democratic candidate to restore pre Bernardi school quality and city vitality.
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Rangers defend new black beret tradition questioned
Carol Riccinto voices pride in Green Beret Rangers and the elite black beret, noting the rigorous training and dangers of Special Forces life. She questions why the Army changed the beret, reflecting on her late son Lt Col Patrick Riccinto Jr who would have worn the emblem with honor.
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Missy and Cindy remembered amid animal killings call for justice
A letter from Patricia A Barnett of Liverpool recalls the torturous deaths of two cats Missy and Cindy. She cites Missy’s alleged suffering and compares it to Cindy’s February 4 1998 arson death, urging harsh punishment for the killers and questioning when justice will prevail.
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White House list on Clinton staff damage sparks calls for facts
Norma Mulvey and Denise Colabello dispute reports of a White House trashing by Clinton staff. The Bush era list, released after GAO questions, aligns with early White House accounts. Critics urge full, cross‑checked records and broader reporting.
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Stop Animal Abuse Emphasized By Emily Dimicco
Community message by Emily Dimicco urges ending animal cruelty. Advocates say judges and lawyers must enforce long sentences. Calls for school education on care for animals, framing animals as God’s property and deserving protection.
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