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Newspaper
The Gaston Gazette
Location
Gastonia, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Dec 20, 2000
Page
5
The gazette lists Duane K. McCallister as publisher and John Pea as editor with Barry Bridges serving as editorial page editor on the Freedom News publication. The notice names roles tied to the newspaper’s leadership team.
A compact statement asserting freedom as self-control, stressing individual rights to life property and liberty. It argues that peace starts with personal responsibility and that freedom must be preserved by people themselves rather than government. The piece reflects philosophical editorials on liberty and empowerment.
A reflective line states that the greatest achievement is maximizing the given gifts, defining success as fully utilizing one’s resources and opportunities in life. It emphasizes personal effort over external circumstance and frames freedom as the drive to realize potential.
The Gazette outlines letter requirements including signature address and daytime phone, general interest content, potential edits for length, a 300 word limit, and a monthly publication cap per writer. Mailing address, fax, and email contacts are provided. poetry and consumer complaints are not published.
The Gazette plans to publish timely letters on the presidential election and Florida chaos, with readers eligible for a Readers' Voice award. Each month selects one Feedback letter or My Turn column, with yearly award in July. Letters should be concise, respectful, and well written.
The United Nations weighs tighter Taliban sanctions to pressure Osama bin Laden’s surrender and curb terrorist activity. Sanctions could limit travel and armaments but risk worsening hunger in Afghanistan, with relief agencies already pulling staff and food scarce for millions. Evidence of effectiveness is uncertain.
Researchers from Indiana University scanned 10 men and 10 women listening to book excerpts. Men showed higher left temporal lobe blood flow while women activated both temporal lobes, suggesting language processing differences with potential stroke treatment implications.
Syndicated columnist Walter Williams criticizes Democrats for exploiting black voters and race issues. He cites Jesse Jackson Al Sharpton and Reverend Al Gore in ads and rhetoric tied to the Florida 2000 election and compares claims of disenfranchisement to historical injustices. Williams highlights Duval County voting errors and illiteracy statistics as evidence of systemic flaws in public schooling and political strategy.
Scripps Howard notes the Texas Rangers signed Alex Rodriguez to a 10 year 252 million contract a baseball record. The move follows Manny Ramirez and Hampton's prior deals as owners seek salary cap talks with players. The piece links confidence in owner Tom Hicks and the president elect to the broader economy, noting fans bear the contract costs.
Stamey Smith of Gastonia reflects on baseball’s past and its shift from a beloved pastime to a money driven business. He recalls mill teams and country players, criticizes current gear and rules, and praises iron man pitchers while lamenting today’s players and stadium culture.
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