Pataki’s paid talks raise ethics questions
Albany columnist Dan Lynch argues governor George Pataki’s paid speaking engagements raise ethical concerns. He notes about 78000 in fees from five gigs, ties to Ron Lauder and the National Jewish Fund, and questions about possible conflicts with regulatory favors and personal finances.
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Teens, abstinence and public policy clash in debate
A column discusses teen abstinence versus safe sex, tracing ideas from Anna Freud to current U S policy. It notes federal incentives for abstinence programs, the high rates of teen sex by 18, and warnings from family planners against spending on abstinence without proven results. It cites critics and supporters, with Joseph Perkins’ column appearing Wednesdays.
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Liggett deal settles nothing in tobacco lawsuits
Terry Anderson notes the Liggett Group settlement as a minor victory for anti smoking advocates while flaws blunt any hope for real money or reduced smoking. The agreement shields Liggett from many suits, boosts immunity, and may aid a takeover, with lawyers rushing to attack and courts issuing injunctions to seal industry wide documents.
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