Byrd and the pork barrel vs balanced budget plea
A political feature questions Senator Robert Byrd s role in federal spending and his opposition to a balanced budget amendment. It argues Byrd leveraged power as Appropriations chair to push pork while acknowledging flaws in the amendment s approach and its potential to curb long term debt. The piece warns that one spendthrift senator could derail necessary reform.
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Editorial policy and reader engagement in letters
The Chronicle-Telegram explains that opinions in editorials express the paper's views while guest editorials cartoons and columns invite readers to form their own opinions and share them via letters to the editor.
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Music Man moves to Stocker Center for quality and parking
Elyria Summer Theatre says moving the production from Elyria High School to Stocker Center improved lighting and patron parking and that staff and students staffed the tech crew. The writer defends Stocker Center and blasts claims of disorganization, praising cooperation among cast, Stocker Center crew, SCCC Arts, and patrons. Also letter-wearied remarks on Ron Pecora trial criticize perceived bias in criminal justice, urging an impartial judge.
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Chronicle Telegram Invites Letters to the Editor
The Chronicle Telegram welcomes letters to the editor. Letters may be edited for brevity accuracy and clarity. Include signature full address and telephone number and mail to Editorial Page Editor Chronicle Telegram Box 4010 Elyria 44036. Fax letters to 3297272.
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Campaign odds shift as Baker guides Bush at Houston convention
Cal Thomas assesses the 1992 Republican National Convention in Houston where James Baker arrives to sharpen Bush campaign messaging and blunt Clinton gains. Quayle aims to reintroduce himself while Bush confronts past tax promises and wavering staff, with momentum hinging on renewed confidence and strong leadership.
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Baker to Save Bush? Arousing Babe Ruth Metaphor
Washington columnist Sandy Grady explores Jim Baker's demotion from the State Department to run Bush’s faltering 1992 campaign. The piece compares Baker’s task to reviving a legend like Babe Ruth, arguing the move highlights a thinning Reagan era dream team, with ethics and political risk discussed as Baker gains control.
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