Publisher and editors named for local paper edition
Duane K. McCallister is the publisher with John Pea serving as editor and Barry Bridges as editorial page editor, shaping the newspaper’s leadership and voice for the current issue.
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Newspaper
The Gaston Gazette
Location
Gastonia, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Jun 25, 2001
Page
5
Duane K. McCallister is the publisher with John Pea serving as editor and Barry Bridges as editorial page editor, shaping the newspaper’s leadership and voice for the current issue.
A宣airy statement extols personal liberty and self-control as essential to human development. It asserts equal endowed rights from a Creator, not government, to life, property, and freedom, urging readers to promote and preserve these freedoms for themselves and others.
A concise quotation attributed to George Washington emphasizes that government is not reason or eloquence but force, likening it to a dangerous servant and master. It warns against leaving power to irresponsible action.
The Gazette outlines letter policies requiring writer name signature address and daytime phone. Up to 300 words, three letters may be edited for length and accuracy. No poetry or consumer complaints. submit manuscripts to office, PO Box, fax, or email with contact information.
The Gazette invites concise well written letters for Feedback and My Turn to win monthly Readers' Voice awards. Monthly winners are eligible for a yearly July award. Submit letters that carry a reasonable message and avoid personal attacks.
Information lists contact details for Senator Strom Thurmond and Senator Ernest Hollings. It includes two Washington DC phone numbers and DC addresses, plus local Greenville address, and district phone numbers. It presents routing to offices and office locations for outreach.
Kilpatrick notes stark differences between the Times of London and The New York Times editorials. He praises London’s page for vigor and conciseness, cites changes at the New York paper under Howell Raines, and contrasts London’s May 12 editorials on Labor promises and Tate Modern with New York’s perceived prolix, leaden style. He hopes the NYT successor learns from the sea-crossed rival.
Senator Hoyle defends the Senate budget amid North Carolinas fiscal squeeze. He cites reduced spending, tax cuts, and better efficiency while criticizing opponents for offering no viable alternative and warning of potential revenue and bond rating consequences. He urges responsible leadership and recalls past tax actions. Hoyle represents the 25th District from Raleigh and lives in Dallas.
Our Opinion favors constitutional limits on session length with 135 days in odd years and 60 days in even years. The piece supports Senate passage, urges House action to remove a four year term provision, and argues limits would force earlier work, prevent meddling, and reduce fear of legislative overreach while citing Mark Twain.
The Justice Department proposes a settlement to its RICO case against tobacco firms, a move critics call weak and meritless. The suit, framed as criminal racketeering, is deemed flawed as tobacco use was long known to be dangerous and tobacco commerce remains legally regulated and taxed.
Major Bill Farley warns cuts may hit the Gaston County Police Department while attorney Thomas Hunn seeks back pay and step increases for officers. Mount Holly city manager David Kraus cautions about arcades affecting youth, and House recalls awaiting Miss North Carolina victory after a Dallas native’s wait in Gaston County.
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