Abortion debate prompts dialogue at Syracuse weekend conference
The weekend conference in Syracuse, organized by the Common Ground Network for Life and Choice and PARC at Syracuse University, urged respectful dialogue across abortion viewpoints. Participants urged listening to opposing stories, reducing polarization, and seeking shared goals like preventing teen pregnancy and promoting adoption.
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Microsoft antitrust suits target browser bundling effect
The federal government and 20 states sue Microsoft over tying its Internet Explorer to Windows 98, arguing bundling stifles competition with Netscape Navigator. Critics say the case could raise prices and curb innovation, while supporters defend it as protecting consumer interests.
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County City Cooperation Urged for Consolidation
Bill Sanford urges Mayor Bernardi and County Executive Pigro to form a representative city county committee to explore intergovernmental consolidation. The move aims for mutual advantage and measurable efficiencies without a county bailout, reflecting support shown at the Focus Greater Syracuse Vision Fair.
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Colgate mishandled coach replacement decisions at Colgate University
A reader vents strong displeasure at Colgate University and athletic director Mark Murphy over the handling of the head basketball coach transition after Jack Bruen's death. The letter argues Paul Aiello deserved a one year contract and equal consideration, laments the delayed process, and calls for public response while pledging to boycott Colgate athletic events. The writer cites nine years of collaboration with Aiello and notes support from players and alumni.
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Defense spending and national security debate continues
Letter from Nathan Fixler argues the military budget rivals transportation spending and urges top priority for missile defense. Respondents recount SDI, Star Wars criticism, and MUllred calls for sustaining a standing army, noting troop strain, pilot exodus, and debates over federal funding versus states roles.
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Reader letters invited for publication with full contact details
Readers may submit letters for publication only if they include the writer’s name address and daytime phone number. Submissions become property of The Herald Co publisher of The Post Standard Herald American and may be edited or posted online.
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