Rothgery Emerges as Democratic Hope for Lorain County
Eric J. Rothgery, 35, Elyria at large council member, leads a field of five Democrats seeking the county commission seat opened by Herb Jacoby’s retirement. He pushes for more federal and state grants, supports planning a downtown Elyria justice center, and argues for retaining county functions in the county seat.
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Cincinnati plant blast prompts Right-to-Know push
The recent Cincinnati plant explosion spurs calls for expanded public disclosure. Clinton may issue an executive order to require more thorough reporting by federal facilities and contractors. Scott R. Anaya of Ohio Public Interest Research Group Cleveland coordinates the push.
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Wizardly tax plan promises near zero federal tax for many
The speaker advocates a reform to tax policy claiming no tax for those earning under 35,000 and for income from trusts and investments, taxes at 17 percent on salary income, and budget balance by shifting functions to states and private sector. They claim this would cut bureaucracy by replacing the federal system with 50 state bodies.
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Clinton pushes stronger toxic substance disclosure plan
In the State of the Union the president reaffirms expanding Right-to-Know for toxic chemicals. The EPA will require federal facilities and contractors to report toxin information to the agency and public, with Massachusetts and New Jersey already providing such data.
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Elyria High and Elyria West merger sparks student critique
Letters from Elyria West students are mirrored by Elyria High supporters who fear loss of traditions and limited participation. They warn of potential conflicts, heightened competition, and the impact on sports clubs while urging acceptance and resilience.
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9th Grade Student at EHS Highlighted
A ninth grade student at EHS is noted in school records. The item emphasizes the student's status within the high school community.
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Which side of virtue in drug policy debate
A reader argues the virtue of legalizing all drugs is balanced against maintaining principles. He cites Buckley, Prohibition, and cartel history, urging redirecting resources to prevention and enforcement to reduce crime and demand. David G Jacobs endorses awareness programs and smarter policing.
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Liberal critique of federal overreach and liberal policy failure
Charley Reese writes from the Orlando Sentinel that liberals attained their goals but failed the nation by destroying constitutional bounds, inflating government power, and weakening education and economy, while Americans grow wary of government overreach and liberal programs prove detrimental.
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