Independence Day Revisions Do Not Erase Founding Truths
The piece argues that while some historians dispute the July 4 declaration date, the core ideals of equality and rights under government remain America’s enduring claim. It notes world changes since last July fourth and defends the founding principle that government gains authority from the governed. The editor asserts national strength comes from self reflection balanced with affirming shared ideals.
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Patronage in Government Hiring Faces Supreme Court Ruling
The Supreme Court, by a 5-4 margin, bans patronage in public sector hiring while preserving a broad First Amendment right to avoid party affiliation in most hires. The piece notes patronage persists in parts of Ohio New York Pennsylvania Indiana Illinois and other states despite civil service merit systems and warns of entrenched inertia in public budgets.
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Global concern over whales and elephants spans oceans
The 1989 IWC talks in San Diego aimed to curb whaling by three nations Japan Iceland and Norway amid broader fears for African elephants facing poaching and wealth driven demand. Calls for boycotts mark a global push to protect wildlife and halt the ivory trade.
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Afro American Festival Seeks Community Support in Lorain County
ED SEABOLD urges attendance at the 11th Annual Afro- American Festival sponsored by First Community Interfaith Institute July 13 15. The festival promotes positive Afro American history culture and aims to build bridges across races in Lorain County. Seabold is president of Advent Ministries Industries.
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Lorain County
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Chronicle Telegram invites letters to the editor
Readers may submit letters for publication. Include signature, full address and telephone number and mail to Editorial Page Editor Chronicle Telegram Box 4010 Elyria Ohio 44036 Fax to 329-7187. Letters are edited for brevity accuracy and clarity.
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Barry tapes raise entrapment questions in DC mayor case
Chicago Tribune columnist argues the FBI honey trap against Washington Mayor Marion Barry raises entrapment and fairness issues. The column notes Barry's alleged drug use, purported reluctance, and broader questions about federal involvement vs local impact in a charged, racially loaded district.
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