Front runner status provides no real edge in primaries
As polls show voter anger rising in Connecticut and across the nation, Bob Brown touts outsider credibility while critics highlight past fundraising ties to big donors. Pat Buchanan rides anti establishment sentiment, and Bill Clinton faces fresh scrutiny as Perot weighs a fall bid. Voters blame incumbents overall.
Defend Anthem Debate Sparks France US Style Sentiment
A movement in France seeks to soften La Marseillaise by removing the line To arms citizens replacing it with Together citizens Critics warn such changes erase history and the courage shown in defending freedom The piece argues that both La Marseillaise and The Star-Spangled Banner reflect wartime calls to defend democracy and should be preserved as historical legacies.
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Education, deficit, and economy sparks in voter letter
Betty Cantley and K William Dickerson urge focus on education funding and reducing deficits. Cantley argues federal and state aid cuts harm schools and national competitiveness amid calls to keep money at home. Dickerson criticizes Congressman Don Pease for 16 years of tax and spend policies contributing to the deficit and closing plants in Elyria.
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A secret patch of river bluebells
In a reflective column, the writer revisits the secret of writing engaging pieces and recalls field notes from winter walks. He describes bluebells by the Black River junction, the impact of snow on the woods, damaged trees, beech lore, and the persistence of wild roses, while noting past sightings with Bob Oldfield and Gary.
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Buy American message links unions to jobs and recovery
Washington based Perry urges readers to determine which products are Made in the USA and support buying American. The Made in the USA Foundation offers a guide listing hundreds of U.S. products and a toll free helpline 1-800-ASK-MUSA. Monroe mayor Mark Worrell backs consumer choice to boost American jobs amid recession.
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