Editorial Ohio should shun secret juries
The Ohio House Judiciary Committee considers a bill to seal juror lists, opposed by judges and prosecutors who argue it undermines accountability and the public’s right to know. Supporters say jurors would retain some rights, but critics warn secrecy risks unfair trials and erodes liberty protections.
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Greg White
John Bender
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Ed Kasputis
R-Olmsted Township
Taylor
Norwalk
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ONA
Frank Deaner
Sheffield Lake faces no frills levy for police protection
City officials thank citizens council members and administrators for supporting Issue 10. They regret not reaching voters with the message and acknowledge the tax burden from the past election, while asserting Issue 10 would have funded basic police protection for Sheffield Lake residents.
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Ridgeville appoints Schuster and Paysor to patrolmen group
Ridgeville names costly carpetbagger Schuster and Paysor as directors of the Sheffield Lake Patrolman's Benevolent Association. The current North Ridgeville mayor may favor allies who aided her victory last November.
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Town editor questions safety service director choice and qualifications
A letter to the editor criticizes the mayoral appointment of the safety service director. The writer questions the appointee's qualifications and commitment to living in North Ridgeville, noting a potential path to replacing the mayor and a salary exceeding 50 000 dollars. The piece urges City Council to continue scrutinizing the decision in defense of local taxpayers.
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Ridgerunners
Hicksville
J.A. Difino
We Work to Support Sports Prima Donnas
A reader defends athletes against unfair criticism and argues many play for the love of the game not money. The letter cautions against painting pros as mercenaries and emphasizes sports as role models for children.
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Farrakhan hearings spark partisan feud in Congress
Chicago Tribune columnist Clarence Page argues Congress uses Farrakhan hearings to score political points while ignoring white extremist threats. He notes tribal loyalties and contrasts with responses to Duke, militias, and church bombings, urging respect for constitutional protections amid scrutiny of Farrakhan’s tour and alleged foreign ties.
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Decline in College Curriculum Standards Alarms Observers
William A. Rusher argues that from 1914 to 1993 general education and science requirements dropped across top U S News schools. He cites fewer mandatory courses, thinner academic years, and reduced thesis or exams, blaming liberalism and a mass influx of students due to GI Bill and the baby boom.
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Pete Wilson
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