Irish Referendum Passes Brings Northern Ireland Peace Hope
In Our Opinion notes that a Belfast Good Friday peace deal won broad support in Northern Ireland and the Republic, signaling a shift from violence to politics. Voters backed change by 71 percent in the North and 94 percent in the Republic, though challenges remain with decommissioning, releases, and pockets of extremism.
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Reforming New York's Courts push for immediate action
The piece urges quick action on Judge Judith Kaye's plan to streamline New York's court system. It notes nine court levels would consolidate into two, aiming to reduce confusion and costs. It warns delaying reform could push voter approval to 2001 or beyond.
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Unite Onondaga Voices to Heal and Restore Great Law
Doug Jones of Munnsville pleads for Onondaga unity under the Great Law and Tree of Peace. He laments internal violence, urges elders’ guidance, and calls for a grand meeting where each side speaks truth to heal treaties, sovereignty, land, and water rights.
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Todadaho
Doug Jones Munnsville
Does Boehlert Read Constituent Mail on HR 1151
A constituent questions Rep. Boehlert’s attention to letters about HR 1151 the Credit Union Membership Access Act. The husband of a State Bank cashier in Chittenango reports Boehlert replied that he co sponsored and voted for the bill. The letter ends urging further contact on other issues.
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Sherwood Boehlert
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Moynihan
Racism Allegations Hit Track Association Leader
In 1998 foyer debate, Gary Mandigo of Camillus criticizes a track body for proposing banning Kenyan runners, calling the idea racist and out of step with modern times. He urges accountability for the organization’s stance.
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Physician asks D'Amato to oppose McCain tobacco bill
Dr Richard W Weiskopf of Syracuse urges Senator Alfonso D'Amato to oppose a new McCain bill he says would shield the tobacco industry, allow smoking in restaurants, and keep the U.S. cigarette tax low. He argues the measure would revive a subsidy system and fail to reduce teen smoking below 1992 levels.
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Deputy Chief Steven Thompson for Onondaga sheriff
Syracuse reader endorses Deputy Chief Steven Thompson of the Syracuse Police Department for Onondaga County sheriff. The lifelong resident praises him as responsive, intelligent, hardworking, and honest, calling him a top-notch police administrator who would be an asset to the county.
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Onondaga County
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