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Newspaper
Syracuse Herald Journal
Location
Syracuse, New York, United States of America
Date
Mar 19, 1983
Page
6
In Our Opinion voters say Americans feel left out and powerless to influence decisions. A Louis Harris poll finds 62 percent alienated, a record high, suggesting malaise in the Reagan era. It notes a potential impact on confidence and willingness to support a second term for President Reagan.
The piece discusses a Census Bureau study showing college grads earn more over a lifetime than nongrads, with women earning about half of men with the same education. It cites time out for childbirth, then shifts to public opinion polls on Carter Reagan eras, inflation, and distrust in leadership, noting voters often act at elections despite feelings of helplessness.
Mayor Jane M. Byrne pivots to a write-in bid to hold office after promising support for Harold Washington in the Feb 22 Democratic mayoral primary. She argues the people chose Washington but white Democrats show reluctance, raising questions about party loyalty and Chicago political maneuvering.
Mrs Byrne fights for her political life as write-in voting complexity tests the mayoral campaign. The piece calls for large scale voter education and the return of election inspectors to ensure fair counts and handwriting analysis proficiency.
The National Geographic survey portrays Hungary adopting a hybrid socialism with private farming plots and farmer autonomy. Half the trade goes to non Communist countries while cooperatives boost livestock and crops. Despite growth and higher living standards for some, the party apparatus remains ready to act if needed.
Frank T Wood Jr argues discrimination thrives where minds seek it, recounting a bank ID request for a white elderly woman and praising teller vigilance. Letters from BR. M. Brown of Syracuse and a Roman Catholic critique follow, challenging church tradition and biblical faith.
Coach Anthony Williams congratulates St Anthony of Padua School girls after a close win over undefeated Rose to clinch the city title. Principal Iillie Hughes notes the team’s spirit and attitude as the standout story in Syracuse.
The text questions whether Dennis Banks is guilty and argues sanctuary is incidental to guilt. It suggests Banks earned no right to deride law-abiding citizens if he rioted in South Dakota and got a fair trial. It accuses supporters of focusing on his Indian identity rather than facts.
Readers seek uplifting accounts of heroism and resilience. Reporters should highlight teenagers and adults who risk or save lives, celebrate acts of courage, charity, and everyday kindness, and share hopeful outcomes to balance grim headlines.
A reader criticizes Rev Thomas F Saffold of the Baptist Church for attacking Rev Overton of Baldwinsville and defending Catholic tradition. The letter states the Word of God guides belief and acknowledges spirit-filled Catholic friends who share faith in the Bible. The text ends without a clear conclusion.
Central New York Leukemia Society chapter thanks WSYR Radiothon sponsors and volunteers. Students from Liverpool Henniger High and Oswego Middle schools, plus the Central Square United Methodist Youth Group, aided the fundraiser. Dennis Bowman George Becker and Marketplace Mall clowns assisted. Joe Mitchell the psychic offered readings. Funds support leukemia research. Lenore Schwager executive director.
Chicago pundit notes Mayor Jane Byrne likely to run as a write in. He weighs turnout, black and white vote splits, and possible impact from Harold Washington and Bernard Epton. Predicts uncertain results but says Byrne could enliven a dull race with strong precinct machine support.
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