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Newspaper
The Gaston Gazette
Location
Gastonia, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Dec 02, 2000
Page
5
Publisher Duane K McCallister and Editor John Pea present a banner that proclaims freedom as an inalienable right and a guiding principle. The editorial emphasizes self rule, equal rights endowed by a Creator, and the need for individuals to safeguard life and property through personal responsibility.
A satirical reflection on freedom and power cites the phrase Hell hath no fury like a bureaucrat scorned. The quip comments on government officials and authority with wry humor, implying that bureaucratic anger can be more potent than public outrage.
The Gazette outlines letter submissions with signatures full address and daytime phone. Letters should be 300 words or less and of general interest and good taste. They may be edited for length and consideration. Writers are limited to one letter per month and can submit in person mail fax or email to the Gastonia office.
The Gazette invites Readers' Voice letters and My Turn columns to compete for a monthly Feedback award. Winners become eligible for a yearly award in July. Submissions should be concise, well written, and avoid personal attacks according to Feedback guidelines.
Jacob Sullum notes the Florida recount and presidential vote confusion. He compares possible winners, cites ballot misreads, legal deadlines, and the push for applying rules despite fairness concerns, suggesting a coin toss or poker hand could end the dispute.
A Belmont Animal Hospital letter argues leash laws impracticalize dogs by tethering them to trees. It contends dogs are pack animals, suffer social and psychological decline when chained, and urges fences over chains to meet canine needs.
The Gaston County CaroMont dispute over the GMH expansion stalled as CaroMont asked for reappointment of certain board members, a request unlikely to be honored with four new commissioners taking office. Mediation collapsed and federal court action looms, while holiday coverage highlights community charity and a rabies licensing reform.
The extended certification deadline in Florida stirred irony as Broward finished a recount, Palm Beach and Miami-Dade lagged. Bush gained by timing while Gore had less chance to contest. U S Supreme Court involvement followed, with both sides facing mixed outcomes and political aftershocks.
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