Agreement heightens illusion of Mideast progress
Washington commentary argues that the Israeli Lebanese withdrawal accord is a dangerous illusion. It cites Soviet influence, Arab infighting, and U S roles as failing to create real peace while warning the pact may merely prod more conflict across Lebanon and Syria.
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Reagan
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Dilemma for the cop on the beat in a waning era
An analysis of beat policing, stop and frisk, and identification laws altered by the Supreme Court rulings. The piece traces how early efforts to deter crime through broad police discretion faced checks after Ko lander and O Connor. It warns that expansive powers risk erosion if misused.
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William Kolander
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Nuclear plant sale hoax linked to Power Authority bid
A prank phone ad touting three nuclear plants for sale leads to a brokered talk with a man claiming to be Power Authority Chairman John Dyson. The hoax explains plants like Indian Point I II and Shoreham, their closed status, evacuation permit tricks, Cuomo indecision, and potential rate hikes if owners write off plants or raise upstate hydro and MTA costs.
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High finance in mini banks at Hastern Middle School
A humorous critique of a sixth grade “bank” run to teach finance at Hastern Middle School. Ann Hoyle started the project with help from a local banker. Students lent to classmates at high rates, used school funds, and faced a collapse when parents demanded repayment.
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Hastern Middle School
Ann Hoyle
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