Lorain mayor seeks state audit to fix deficit
Lorain Mayor Craig Foltin asks state Auditor Jim Petro to review city finances amid a projected 1.1 million deficit this year on a 24 million budget. Democrats run council and city auditor while Petro, a Republican, is called as a prudent first step. officials warn against partisan mischaracterizations and urge immediate spending cuts or tax raises to prevent deeper cuts.
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Court reviews under God in Pledge of Allegiance
A San Francisco federal appeals court weighs the constitutionality of including the phrase under God in the Pledge of Allegiance. The letter also discusses AT&T broadband pricing changes and critiques about church dress codes, urging focus on church attendance.
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Watts departure leaves a bridgeless political path
Chicago Tribune columnist Sarence Page reflects on representative J C Watts Oklahoma the only black Republican in Congress announcing his exit. Watts built a pragmatic bridge between Black Caucus members and GOP leadership aiding minority policy in areas like Africa trade and urban renewal. His departure may slow bipartisan moves and reduce influence for black Democrats seeking empowerment in multiple political baskets.
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Dems blame game on Bush Republicans in election year
Washington Times report argues Democrats like Richard Gephardt blame Republicans for business scandals to recapture the House. It notes party frictions, Gore's ambitions, investor anger over 401(k) losses, and GOP counterarguments citing tax cuts and reforms. The piece critiques the Democrats' use of corporate responsibility as a campaign lever.
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