Clinton visit raises hope amid Pakistan turmoil
Clinton plans a stop in Pakistan during a India focused swing aiming to press Musharraf on democracy and militant links. Critics warn the coup era’s firings and Taliban ties risk instability, urging careful choice to avoid empowering militants and worsening regional conflict.
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Pakistan
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India
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Musharraf
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Paingram
Indian Airlines
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Taliban
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White House
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Kashmir
Sen
Sam Brownback
R-Kan
Jefferson Democrats
Afghanistan
Clnton
South Asia
Same-Sex Marriage Ban Sparks National Debate
The article analyzes state efforts to ban or limit recognition of same sex marriages. It notes California's 61 to 39 vote banning civil same sex marriages, West Virginia's unanimous Senate support and 98-3 House approval, and governor Cecil Underwood’s expected signature. It questions practical consequences, condemns fear-based politics, and cites Vermont and California domestic partner moves as alternatives to full recognition. It ends with a critique of the usage of homophobia for political gain.
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HL. Mencken
Baltimore
Calfornia
California
West Virginia
Senate
House
Cecil Underwood
Vermont
U.S. Supreme Court
Mencken
Lessons from Diallo and Gammage on police training failures
Paula C Johnson argues that racial bias shaped police actions in the Diallo and Gammage cases. She urges training to reflect cultural knowledge and calls for a shift from aggressive tactics to preventing harm, warning that failure to address biases will worsen racial tensions.
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Diallo
Gammage
ER episode sparks debate on mental illness portrayal
Viewer criticizes an ER installment for stigmatizing mental health issues and promoting fear. The letter argues mental health should be treated like physical fitness, urging NBC to modernize its approach and contrasts with Chicago Hope.
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NBC
Chicago
Rails and Trams as Low Tech Travel Options
A fragment praising rail and tram travel for its comfort and space versus air travel. It contrasts moving about onboard a tram with open windows and ample workspace to the cramped, pressurized cabin of airplanes. The narrator recalls a plane journey with chewing gum to ease pressure while noting rail reconfigurations.
GE retirees press for share of $16 billion pension surplus
Joseph Dobson of Syracuse writes to GE chairman Jack Welch criticizing him for denying retirees a cost of living increase and medical benefits while approving a 50 percent rise for pension board directors. He urges change in law to allow retirees to claim their portion of the surplus.
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Jack F Welch
General Electric
GE Pension Board
Joseph
Dobson
Syracuse
Reader letters invited for publication at The Herald
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Herald American
Hfe
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