Freedom's edge in speech and danger in panic
The famous Holmes ruling notes that absolute free speech protection fails when a false shout of fire in a theater provokes panic. It frames limits on expression to prevent imminent harm, balancing liberty with public safety.
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Supreme Court tightens scrutiny on race based policies
The Adarand Constructors ruling signals a stricter standard for federal race based programs, aligning with state level rulings and challenging many affirmative action measures. Justice O'Connor writes that constitutional racial preferences must be narrowly tailored to compelling interests, while Justice Scalia questions any government stake in racial discrimination. The piece notes broader implications for desegregation efforts and urges political action to uphold equal protection.
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Our Philosophy on Freedom and Self-Control
Our philosophy states that peace begins with individual action. The text argues that freedom comes from personal responsibility and self-control, upheld by equal rights from a Creator. It emphasizes readers promoting freedom, moral action, and the protection of life and property for themselves and others.
Candidate faults Smart Start spending in NC Senate bid
A letter outlines a Republican 1996 NC Senate run criticizing Democratic spending on the Smart Start program. It questions campaign costs, vows taxpayer restraint, and urges citizen involvement, while noting a June Gazette piece and inviting letters to the editor with submission details.
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Resignation remarks spark editor’s forum dispute in Kings Mountain
After resigning as city manager of Kings Mountain, the former official challenges The Gazette for running a quote from retired City Planner Gene White. He says White had no role in his tenure or departure and accuses him of political manipulation. He also notes opposition to reducing terms from four to two years and criticizes White’s ongoing platform in the paper.
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Kings Mountain City Manager Chuck Nance Comment
Kings Mountain officials press for factual reporting as city manager Chuck Nance emphasizes printing only confirmed details and avoiding speculation by uninvolved speakers.
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Remembering all veterans beyond World War II
The article by William M. Detweiler praises Memorial Day but urges equal honor for those who fought and died in World War I Korea Vietnam Grenada Panama Desert Storm and other conflicts, noting they too left youth and home behind for uncertain futures.
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Gastonia Sister Cities program praised by local leader
Cynthia Scholier of Cramerton lauds The Gazette for its support of Gastonia's Sister Cities and the Adventure program sending 49 students to Germany. She notes over 100 Gotha visitors and similar Gastonia visitors, crediting volunteerism and newspaper coverage for turning it into a true community event.
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