Title IX Challenge at Syracuse Prompts Calls for Change
Syracuse University has made progress toward gender equity in athletics but falls short of Title IX guidelines. The football program, with 85 scholarships, dominates revenues, limiting opportunities for women. Advocates urge NCAA rule changes and culture shifts to balance scholarships with fair access for female athletes.
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Hostages Held in Philippines Don’t Give In to Terrorists
The Burnhams and other victims remain captives as Abu Sayyaf and allies press demands for ransom and the release of a mastermind. The piece argues for nonnegotiation, diplomacy, and quiet police work to halt hostage taking and deter future attacks.
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Martin
Gracia Burnham
Tou Sabaya
Abu Sayyef
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Lessons on history and modern conflicts amid Microsoft case
The column argues that understanding history, especially China and Vietnam, informs current tensions and policy, condemning reliance on cramming tests. It contrasts this with Eliot Spitzer’s role in the Microsoft litigation, asserting blame lies with others in the Justice Department and urging Spitzer to remove his name from the suit.
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Scott Jablonka
Jablonka
China
Eliot Spitzer
Microsoft
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Spitzer
Rights and Speech in Nomination Debate at U.S. Attorney
Richard A. Lindsay of North Syracuse defends Guy's rights to express views on homosexuality while urging removal if discrimination occurs. Lindsay condemns suppression of speech yet insists intolerance by a nominee would violate the law, supporting Barbara Smith's call for accountability.
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Aan Whitty
Barbara Smith
Rick Guy
U.S
Smith
Gay and Lesbian Alliance
Guy
Ichard
A. Lindsay
North
Syracuse
Where Were Flags Memorial Weekend Pride and Tradition
A reader laments the decline of flag display after Memorial Weekend. He recalls past patriotism seen on Woods Road in Sol vay and urges residents to fly the American flag to honor fallen service members and the nation. He credits military sacrifice for current freedoms and encourages others to show pride.
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Solvay
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Hellfest fans defend hard core scene against judgment
Tam residents respond to criticism of Hellfest and its attendees noting respectful behavior at shows. They describe fans as drug free, anti racist, vegan or vegetarian and willing to help each other if someone falls. Local police say last year’s event caused no problems.
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MTV Today
Readers invited to submit letters to the Herald family
The Herald Co publishes The Post Standard Herald Journal and Herald American. Readers may submit letters cartoons poems or pictures with full name address and daytime phone. Submissions become property and may be edited published or posted online.
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