Special Lady Lillian Leach founded Voices for Children
Lillian Leach died July 31 at age 62 after a long illness. She built Voices for Children in Lorain County, training volunteers to represent neglected and abused children in court. The program handled 384 cases last year and remains a lasting legacy in the county’s court system. Friends praise her honesty, passion, and practical leadership.
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Readers debate prison releases and a new Elyria High School
A reader questions the Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction over inmate parole delays and potential constitutional issues. The letter urges limits on taxpayer costs, then shifts to West Nile virus concerns tied to discarded tires, and ends with a detailed proposal to rebuild Elyria High on the current site by reusing closed buildings and closing Jefferson.
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Israel may face war to secure peace says Uzi Landau
Cal Thomas argues Israel must stay strong after a high casualty toll and refuses to trust peace talks with Palestinians. He cites ongoing attacks since Arafat’s cease fire and urges decisive action to deter future violence while demanding ironclad guarantees and land restitution.
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Palestinians and Israelis critique escalating violence in Middle East
Nat Hentoff argues that mutual hatred deepens as both sides commit atrocities and vigilante acts. He cites July 19 killings, Palestinian celebrations of bombings, and mixed reactions from leaders, urging restraint and a two-state path while preserving Palestinian grievances.
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