CIA betrayal prompts calls for tighter counterintelligence
The piece defends the CIA while condemning lax oversight after Aldrich Ames, a former CIA officer, spied for Moscow for eight years. It argues U.S. aid to Russia should continue to support democracy and stability, urges a thorough internal review, and suggests stronger counterintelligence measures rather than punitive cuts.
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British ice dancers suffer bronze amid disputed Olympic judging
Report notes Torvill and Dean scored down in a controversial ice dancing event as Russian pairs ahead of them earned higher marks. The piece urges reform of skating judging standards, arguing scoring should reflect aesthetics not bias, amid spectator boos and a high theft night in Norway.
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Adoption Aid Sparks Debate Over Welfare Abuse
A reader argues that Clinton administration welfare cuts and tax policy have led to abuse in adoption programs. The letter cites families collecting SSI, adoption aid, and Medicaid for adopted children, with benefits lasting until age 18 or schooling ends. The writer questions motives, noting higher tax-free income for larger families and contrasting with genuine parental love.
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Facinelli NRA essay sparks NRA response
A reader criticizes Paul Facinelli's column calling the INRA lobby an accomplice in mayhem and argues the NRA and WNRA provide a factual record of their contributions and positions. The letter defends truth and decries fabrication of information.
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Letters to the Editor on accuracy and responsible reporting
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Loss of service spells out tragedy in Elyria
A reader argues that Elyria Police and Fire Departments should respond together to injury accidents. The Fire Department would not respond unless requested by police or LifeCare Ambulance, a policy viewed as dangerous and unjust for residents and injured parties. The writer cites a retired Oakland officer praising integrated, prompt responses by police, fire, and EMS.
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Black River Dams Deemed Dangerous and Obsolete
The piece argues that Black River dams pose latent dangers and deaths of children, noting past and ongoing dam activities. It suggests removing most dams except for potential sluice gates to aid dry-period release, with East Bridge Street dam considered 12 feet above water and likely to run dry.
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Rules for letters to the editor
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Spooked by Ames Scandal Shakes CIA Image
Washington columnist Sandy Grady argues the CIA missed warning signs about Aldrich Ames, noting lavish spending, failed lie detectors, and Moscow vanishing operatives. The piece blames top leadership and James Angleton while contrasting U.S. praise for Russia with ongoing espionage worries.
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