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Newspaper
The Gaston Gazette
Location
Gastonia, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Dec 25, 2001
Page
6
The Gazette A Freedom Newspaper lists Duane K. McCallister as publisher John Pea as editor and Barry Bridges as editorial page editor, outlining the leadership of the publication on its editorial page.
A concise declaration on natural rights and liberty. It argues that freedom stems from self-control and equal endowment by the Creator, not government, asserting every person has the right to preserve life and property and to secure more freedom for themselves and others.
A reflective note citing John 8 32 and the idea that knowing truth leads to freedom. It emphasizes moral discernment and personal growth through faith and scripture. The short meditation invites readers to seek truth, choose freedom, and live with integrity guided by biblical teaching.
The Gazette accepts letters for general interest up to 300 words and may edit for length and accuracy. Include writer signature address and daytime phone number. Submissions should be delivered to 1893 Remount Road Gastonia or mailed to P O Box 1538 Gastonia NC 28053 or faxed to 704 867 5751 or emailed to gastongazette link.freedom.com.
Readers who write letters to the editor for Feedback or My Turn can win The Gazette's monthly Readers' Voice award. Each monthly winner advances to a yearly award in July, with emphasis on concise well written messages and avoidance of personal attacks.
Directory lists Riverbend Township chair Heath Jenkins and seven others across Gaston County townships with direct phone lines. Includes contact for Gastonia, Cherryville, Crowders Mountain, Dallas, and South Point areas. Provides names and 704 phone numbers for each township official.
The editor defends belief in Santa Claus in reply to Virginia O Hanlon's letter. It argues that faith, love, and imagination give life its deepest beauty and that Santa exists as surely as these enduring truths, promising the concept will endure beyond centuries.
The piece surveys Colorado's Taxpayer Bill of Rights TABOR enacted in 1992 and its 1997 2001 rebates totaling over 2.2 billion. It notes TELs nationwide debate cites Cato Institute data and argues TABOR curbs spending while maintaining taxpayer refunds, praising Colorado as a model for reform.
The piece argues Christmas is found in mood, laughter, quiet moments, stories, and faith. It highlights an angelic message of peace and goodwill, a savior born to humble roots, and the season’s power to inspire love, hope, and strength amid evil and tragedy like Sept 11.
The piece discusses Saudi Arabia's stance after Sept 11, noting officials denounce bin Laden while reports suggest tacit support for radicals. It cites ABC News on translations omitting embarrassing details and Fareed Zakaria arguing democracy alone won’t curb terrorism. Economic liberalization is proposed as a lasting reform path to real change.
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