Law on withholding tax sparks flips and questions
Last December lawmakers hailed a 10 percent withholding on interest and dividends as bold reform. With July 1 1983 looming and public backlash growing, critics say the act is ill conceived. Senator Alfonso D Amato argues the change is a new collection method rather than a new tax.
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Congress
Alfonso D'Amato
R-N.y
New Yorker
D'Amato Flip Flops Over Tax Bill Support And Repeal
The senator defended including exemptions when the bill passed then said after listening to constituents the law should be repealed soon. He warned banks and insurers face hundreds of millions in costs passed to savers and investors. The consumer would be hit twice by withholding and related procedures. The piece argues the law penalizes honest reporters and drains savings, though it praises a proposed replacement.
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D'Amato
New York
D’ama
Sen. D'Amato
Back to basics Army boot camp vibe sparks morning jogs
The speaker recalls early Army days under a strict sergeant who drilled dawn workouts. They note how today people still rise at six for a half hour jog, questioning the eagerness versus nostalgia for rough drill discipline.
GOOD KIDS PRAGMATIC IDEALISM SHAPING 80S COLLEGE STUDENTS
Parade magazine highlights college students of the 80s as pragmatic idealists tackling economy, world stability, and tech. Abbie Hoffman notes campus activists are smarter at building bridges and coalitions than in the 60s. Louis Harris cites a compassionate stance in Social Security reform polls.
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Parade Magazine
Abbie Hoffman
Hoffman
Youths of the eighties offer hope for the future
In a debate over delaying the next cost of living adjustment, 61 percent of under-30s opposed the move while 65 and older favored it by 47 percent. The elderly fear benefits cuts could threaten Social Security, yet young people show compassion for retirees and a willingness to improve tomorrow for today’s seniors.
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Harris
Democrats seek site for 1984 convention aims
The Democrats weigh site choices for their 1984 convention with Buffalo or Flint as proposed options. Mo Udall says he is not running and halts all fundraising returning $25. Mondale projects renewed self assurance in speeches once penned by Humphrey. Cranston faces questions about his bald head dye. Glenn keeps building and hopes past MX missile proposal is forgotten.
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Flint
Mich
Mondale
Hubert Humphrey
Disabled lose out in state budget
STARR GUCKERT, chairperson of the Advocacy Board at the Center on Human Policy, denounces Governor Mario Cuomo's proposed 1983-84 New York budget for threatening rights and services for disabled people. The plan would cut home care, respite, outreach, and funding for community based education programs, risking increased institutionalization and costs, urging continued pledges to strengthen community services.
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Mario Cuomo
New York State
Jowonio School
College For Living
Euclid Community Open House
Starr Guckert
Center On Human Policy
Syracuse
Reader Letters Question Sarcastic Inn Between Review
Readers defend Inn Between owners Norm and Betty Coleman while criticizing a sarcastic restaurant piece. They request concise evaluation of food, atmosphere, service, and prices without snide remarks. Separate letter writers also discuss gun access and political opinions.
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Norm
Betty Coleman
Anne
Len Goulet
John
Katie Kane
Camillus
Debate Over Banning Book Sparks Free Speech Fight
A letter argues against banning a book titled Boss, calling censorship a greater threat than crude language. It cites concerns over parental opposition and urges defense of free speech and open discourse in American urban politics.
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Boss
Younises
Scandal expose praised by Syracuse reader for Patty Rycraft
A Syracuse reader applauds Patty Rycraft for a front page Sunday February 13 story exposing Niagara Mohawk public service practices. The letter commends a courageous, well documented exposé of company cars and executive salaries amid consumer concerns.
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Patty Bycraft
Niagara Mohawk
Public Service Corporation
Patty Rycraft
Ome
Paul J. Archambault
Syracuse
Editorial caller blasts PAC reform proposal
David Goodman applauds the Feb 16 editorial advocating reform of political action committee contributions. He argues lavish PAC spending acts as bribery, corrupting democracy and steering government toward plutocracy, condemning the influence of wealth on elections.
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David Goodman
Syracuse
Paper calls for handgun ban drawing NRA ire
Reader letter argues a nationwide handgun ban would curb crime and outlines improvisations to convert rifles into handguns. The writer suggests loopholes and references a Ruger 10-22 and .50 caliber clips, discussing illegal modifications.
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NRA
New York State
United States
Local Assemblyman faults Reagan navy over Alco power loss
Assemblyman Melvin N. Zimmer criticizes the Reagan era Navy for a decision that cost Alco Power Inc of Auburn over 7 million dollars in bid loss for a defense contract. A Norwegian firm Bergen McKanishe Verksteder won the portion without a Buy American clause, causing 400 layoffs and 40 man years lost. Zimmer urges letter campaigns to Secretary Lehman and Rep Stratton highlighting the impact on American workers and national defense sourcing.
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Department of the Navy
Assembly
New York State
John F. Lehman
Secretary of the Navy
Samuel Stratton
Alco Power, Inc
Auburn
Alco
Military Sealift Command
United States Armed Force
Bergen McKanishe Verksteder
Bergen
Central
New York
Melvin N. Zimmer
120Th
Syracuse
Jordan Elbridge Band Replays NY State Championship
The Jordan Elbridge Marching Eagles thank Channel 24 for replaying the Class AA Division New York State Field Band Conference Championship from Nov. 7, 1982 at the Carrier Dome. Parents family and friends express gratitude for the chance to relive the day. BAND BOOSTERS Jordan Elbridge.
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Channel 24
Carrier Dome
Jordan-Elbridge
Jordan Elbridge
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