In Our Opinion Support Democracy
The piece urges voting as a civic duty despite busy schedules and criticizes turnout excuses. It argues polls run 6 am to 9 pm, lines are brief, and a single vote matters, especially in local races, to counter big money and uphold democratic process. It ends by urging readers to participate on Tuesday.
Dismissal on Technicality in Racial Profiling Case
A New Jersey judge drops charges against two state troopers accused of racial profiling in a 1998 New Jersey Turnpike shooting. Prosecution claims of civil rights violations cited as tainted grand jury process but no ruling on race based stops. Gov. Whitman signals possible appeal while advocates press for federal intervention to secure a full trial.
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Hancock Airport runway extension plan sparks noise debate
After years of controversy Hancock International Airport puts its third runway on hold as traffic declines. Proposal to extend main runway by 2,000 feet to 11,005 feet costs 22 million dollars. Critics say noise may not lessen and benefits go to cargo or airlines, not the public. Dennis Buckley North Syracuse voices concern. Jeffrey Piedmonte Syracuse PBA president defends officers amid labor issue and calls for public safety.
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Beret controversy and death penalty views spark reader letters
A reader criticizes young soldiers receiving black berets as a betrayal to elite troops, while another letter defends the death penalty citing DNA testing and a human error rate. The exchange reflects veteran pride and political views on punishment and abortion.
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Silver's Focus Group Showcases Power Over NY Assembly
The speaker argues that Sheldon Silver formed a 24 member Democratic focus group to study how Assembly members participate in government and implies it preserves his iron-fisted control. The writer calls for broader Republican and independent input and an overhaul of state government.
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Readers urged to send letters to local papers
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