Perot withdraws as Clinton and Bush court his voters
The 1992 presidential race shifts after Ross Perot's surprise withdrawal. Clinton and Bush scramble for his base as pundits predict Perot may back Clinton due to Bush opposition and perceived Democratic moderation. The column weighs Dem platform and questions Clinton's fiscal stance and liberal wings.
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Drivers believe others are worse behind the wheel
A California Field poll finds drivers rate themselves as competent and courteous while judging others as dangerous. People favor public transit for others yet blame lawyers, lawsuits, and insurers for high rates, and see the other driver as at fault. The public remains reluctant to act to fix transportation problems.
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Oberlin Still in 13th District After Editorial Error
The editorial mislocated Oberlin in Paul E. Gillmor's district. Oberlin remains in the 13th District with Route 20 and Quarry Road serving as the dividing line.
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Lorain County jail overcrowding prompts letter call
Citizens urge county leaders to fund jail expansion and higher criminal justice costs. They defend Herb Jacoby for advocating jail needs, note jail overcrowding with 1992 releases, and challenge Mr Dinallo to engage with department heads and support funding.
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You People and Rights in Our Community
Letter from LEONARD J. STAYSNIAK of Elyria arguing for maturity and equal rights across segments of society. He says using offensive phrases is not inherently degrading when seen as definitional and urges recognition of others' rights as undeniable to achieve unity.
Mary Jo Vasi faces criticism over tax use plan
Edward Stewart criticizes Mary Jo Vasi for proposing to divert city police tax funds from Lorain and Elyria to a county jail. He accuses her of poor leadership and of killing a county tax last year that would have aided current needs, arguing the taxes were voters' for police protection.
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Chronicle Telegram invites editor letters for page
The Chronicle Telegram welcomes letters to the editor. Letters may be edited for brevity and clarity. Include signature, full address and telephone number and mail to Editorial Page Editor, Chronicle Telegram, Box 4010, Elyria 44036. Fax letters to 329-7272.
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Clinton and Gore face liberal record under masks of moderation
Cal Thomas argues Clinton and Gore are classic liberal Democrats despite fading moderates on stage. He cites Gore’s tax plans and spending, Clinton’s push for abortion funding and increased state power, and Gramm’s analysis estimating higher taxes and limited deficit relief. The piece labels the Democrats’ rhetoric as a costume change.
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FBI misses links of Haidar Youssef to terror funding
A Syrian intelligence official Haidar Youssef allegedly tied to terrorist financing through narcotics trafficking visited Washington last September. FBI officials deny escorting him or meeting with government people, while critics push for accountability as investigations unfold.
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