Homework wedge divides families and strains public schools
The writer argues homework intrudes into private family life and worsens family time amid busy schedules. They urge schools to drop assignments and suggest funding from businesses and taxes to cover costs, noting shared burdens and the need for parental involvement without overreach.
Behind his Bible a devil claim targets Clinton
A reader accuses President Clinton of deception and disrespect in a fiery letter. The writer says Clinton should resign, faults his moral conduct, and portrays him as a sham of piety despite public appearances with his family.
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Clinton impeachment debate over sex scandal vs Nixon
The piece weighs whether Bill Clinton’s affair justifies impeachment, arguing Nixon’s Watergate crimes were broader. It urges admission, apology, and reform, calls for Congress to study Starr's report, and warns the presidency could lose prestige if Clinton does not restore trust.
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Big Macs homer attack brings baseball back
Joseph Spear reflects on Mark McGwire breaking the single season home run record with 62, chased by Sammy Sosa, noting the return of baseball after the 1994 strike. He praises McGwire and Sosa, their sportsmanship, charity pledge, and contrast with past cynicism, as Yankees and others set records.
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Draft Lieberman movement sparks national bid talk
The column urges a "Draft Lieberman" push as a force for centrist reform, praising Sen Joseph Lieberman D Conn for aligning with broad public sentiment. It outlines three paths to influence Clinton era politics, from Gore vice presidency to 2000 presidential candidacy, and notes Lieberman's strong Connecticut Senate base.
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