Editorial page editors named Duane K McCallister John Pea Barry Bridges
The editorial staff for the page includes Duane K McCallister as editor John Pea as editorial page editor and Barry Bridges in the leadership lineup. The note confirms the designation of each editor within the newsroom structure.
Our Philosophy on Freedom and Self-Control
A concise statement asserts that freedom comes from self-control and personal ownership of life and property. It emphasizes equal endowed rights by the Creator rather than government, urging readers to promote and preserve freedom for themselves and others.
Thoughts on Freedom from a Presidential Candidate
A critical remark targets a would be president who spends two years organizing and campaigning for the office. The quote warns that such intense pursuit undermines trust in the holder of the presidency.
Gazette Letters Guidelines Include Signature and Contact
The Gazette outlines letter submission rules requiring writer signature address and daytime phone. Limit 300 words. edited for accuracy and length. Monthly letter limit. poetry or consumer complaints are not published.
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Gastoning
Township Official Rosters and Contacts for County Offices
A list of local government contacts including Riverbend Township chair Heath Jenkins with phone 704 263 4096 Gastonia Township vice chair Donnie Loftis 704 866 8652 Floyd Wright township 704 435 4934 Joe Carpenter Crowders Mountain Dallas Pearl Burris Floyd 704 922 2970 Gastonia Township Tom Keigher 704 865 4854 South Point Township Mickey Price 704 825 8280 and County Manager 704 866 3100.
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Riverbend
Heath Jenkins
Gastonia Township
Donnie Loftis
Floyd Wright
Crowders Mountain
Joe Carpenter
Dallas
Pearl Burris Floyd
Gastonia
Tom Keigher
South Point
Mickey Price
Lincoln County Commissioners Contact Lineup
Lincoln County officials listed for public inquiries include Jerry Cochrane Larry Craig Beth Laine Tom Anderson and David Choate along with County Manager, with respective phone extensions provided for public access. The contact details offer direct lines for residents seeking county services or inquiries.
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Jerry Cochrane
Larry Craig
Beth Laine
Tom Anderson
David Choate
Journalist Vanessa Leggett jailed for grand jury noncompliance
Chicago Tribune columnist Steve Chapman argues Leggett is jailed for doing journalistic work. Leggett, 33, interviews sources and resists revealing confidential notes in a Houston murder case, risking 17 months in custody. He contends protections for reporters should follow the function, not employment.
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Eople
Vanessa Leggett
Leggett
University of Houston-Downtown
Doris Angleton
Houston
Robert
Roger
Robert Angleton
FBI
Feds
U.S
Justice Department
Steve Chapman
The
Chicago Tribune
Schapman
Tribune.com
Millwood rehab in Macon draws big crowd at Braves game
A July 4 Macon Braves attendance exceeded 5,000 as Kevin Millwood pitched in his first rehab appearance before hasty exit, while fans recall Cal Ripken's autograph session a week later. The letter writers urge Millwood to set a positive example for young fans and reflect on baseball’s enduring values.
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Macon Braves
Kevin Millwood
Gaston County
Macon
John Smoltz
Atlanta
Cal Ripken
Mr. Ripken
Kevin
Disputing Surplus Myths Over Bush Tax Cuts Effects
The piece argues Democrats exaggerate the tax cut’s harm to the budget surplus and defends the administration's accounting. It says the Social Security surplus would be near zero even without the cut, slowed by economy and spending, and notes both parties pledged not to tap the surplus for other programs while criticizing pork and excessive spending.
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Bush
Congress
NASCAR Editorial Sees Safety Gaps After Earnhardt Death
The Orlando Sentinel editorial criticizes NASCAR for failing to act on safety after Dale Earnhardt's death. It notes the lack of mandatory head and neck restraints and emergency response teams, despite widespread use of restraints by drivers and calls for bold reforms.
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Tirty
Nascar
Dale Earnhardt
Earnhardt
Orlando Sentinel
James H. Raddin Jr
Mike Helton
Michigan International Speedway
CART
Helton
Mr. Earnhardt
Mr. Helton
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