Opinion on soft money donors and reform efforts
The text argues that many corporations are exiting soft money contributions amid donor fatigue and abusive fundraising practices. It cites New York Times findings, compares 1996 and current fundraising totals, and outlines reform proposals by Common Cause to curb elevated political spending and increase transparency. It notes corporate reluctance to speak out and calls for stricter limits and disclosure.
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New York bottle law success prompts expansion calls
New York 18 year old bottle law has reduced litter and boosted recycling. Onondaga County tops 90 percent redemption with 125 nondeposit containers used annually per person. Attorney General Spitzer campaigns to extend deposits to water juice and other beverages. Despite gains, cities like Amsterdam pause recycling amid price shifts. Supporters urge adding more containers and strengthening the law to curb landfilling and incineration.
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Debated gun storage sparks clash over law and safety
A readers letter argues against banning guns in homes, citing knives and cars as deadlier. It urges enforcing existing gun laws, questions home invasion concerns, and condemns Elian Gonzalez mediatized politics while urging focus on local preventable tragedies. Authorities praised for federal action in the Elian case.
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Fidel Castro
Earth Day Debate Shifts Focus to Clean Energy Now
A reader objects to Earth Day centering on litter and argues a global warming theme is essential. The editorial cites scientists and the Union of Concerned Scientists to support urgency about climate change and its devastating consequences.
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Syracuse's Expanded Mall and Harbor Project Hope
Jim Phillips argues that the expanded Carousel Mall and the inner harbor project are Syracuse's best chance to lead into the new millennium, urging progress for the harbor and downtown revitalization based on long wait for development in the Franklin Square area.
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Syracuse
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Inner Harbor
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Making Conger king turns us into serfs
A North Syracuse letter argues Pyramid’s expansion would erode property tax revenue by shifting burden to homeowners and other firms. The writer contends a massive mall plan would create tax-exempt property, hurt existing retail like Penn-Can Mall, and transform Pyramid into a dominant force while few benefit.
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Syracuse
Unseasonal climate shifts threaten crops and coastlines
A warning about extreme weather links floods droughts and heat to rising seas that submerge wetlands and shoreline retreat. It warns of habitat loss health risks and disrupted growing zones, urging responsible media coverage and civic action to tackle urgent environmental issues. SANET ALLEN
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Sanet Allen
Syracuse
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