Untitled fragment sparks public questions on governance
Fragments from the Syracuse Herald-Journal hint at public concerns and calls for action on governance measures. The text references an individual and a foundation, with unclear specifics due to damaged OCR.
Bragman’s bid for Assembly speaker rebuffed
A 1998 power struggle in Albany shows upstate Democrat Michael Bragman failing to rally support for the Assembly speakership as protections and loyalties among Schumer McCall and Silver allies shield the status quo. The piece argues reform requires rank and file courage to challenge a corrupt system.
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Senn D’amato
Assembly
Michael J. Bragman
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McCaill
Upstate
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Rick Blaine
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Albany
Majority Reform
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Assembly Democrats
Mike Bragman
Eliot Spitzer
Democratic Party
Trade debate over PNTR with China stirs strong views
The piece argues against granting PNTR to China citing human rights risks and potential harm to American workers. It notes activists like Wei Jingsheng credit trade reviews with pressuring Beijing, while warning of factory jobs moving overseas and cheap Chinese labor. It appeals to Reps Boehlert McHugh and Walsh to oppose PNTR.
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Kevin Phillips
Los Angeles Times
Sherwood Boehlert
New Hartford
John McHugh
Pierrepont Manor
Jim Walsh
Onondaga
Walsh
Nepal
Opposition to Expanded Mall in Syracuse
Readers urge against the Pyramid Companies mega mall, arguing it harms local interests, drains tax funds, and risks national attention by prioritizing big retailers over revival. They call for farsighted decisions that protect Syracuse’s future and oppose a city dominated by a single project.
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SUV Owners Pay More For Fuel And Road Costs
SUV owners incur higher fuel use and road wear costs while contributing to payroll taxes through jobs connected to auto industry. The writer argues sport utility vehicles meet family and work needs, noting payloads and seating capacities, and questions bans on large SUVs in favor of small cars.
Beards School experiences vs district support praised by parent
Jean M. Van Doren, librarian at H. W. Smith Elementary, reflects on supportive staff during family hardship and storms. She contrasts Mr. Hilton’s Beard School experience with the Beard City School District, praising teachers who miss lunches for students, provide home help, and coordinate care for her wheelchairbound daughter.
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Beard School
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Center For Inquiry
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H.w.smith
Syracuse
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