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Newspaper
The Gaston Gazette
Location
Gastonia, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Oct 02, 2001
Page
4
The Gazette A Freedom Newspaper lists publisher Duane K. McCallister editor John Pea and editorial page editor Barry Bridges for its editorial staff and page designation.
The piece states a belief that freedom comes from self-control rather than government power. It argues all people are equally endowed by their Creator with the right to preserve life and property and to secure more freedom for themselves and others.
Quote reflects belief that a nation remains a democracy as long as enough citizens actively defend their rights through collective action and civic engagement. The statement emphasizes perseverance, participation, and the link between citizen effort and democratic legitimacy.
The Gazette outlines letter submission rules including required signature address and daytime phone. Letters must be 300 words or less and may be edited for length accuracy and taste. Monthly publication limit and options for longer pieces apply, with submission methods listed by mail fax email and office address.
The Readers' Voice program explains eligibility for the monthly award given to one Feed back letter or My Turn column writer. Winners advance to a yearly award in July, with guidelines reiterated for submissions and judging.
The note lists mailing and phone contacts for Governor Mike Easley of North Carolina at the State Capitol Raleigh and Governor Jim Hodges of South Carolina at the State House Columbia to reach them by mail or phone. The addresses include 116 W Jones St Raleigh NC 27603 and PO Box 11369 Columbia SC 29211 with respective phone numbers.
An opinion page notes reader queries about the Internet and lists several suggested websites including libertarian.org cato.org aynrand.org and perc.org as sources for further exploration and debate.
Thomas Sowell argues against the trickle down theory, detailing how capital gains cuts incentivize investment, create jobs, and reflect empirical tax-cut success. He cites India and US history showing growth with reduced planning and lower tax rates, challenging liberal objections to free market reforms.
Sherri Gregory of Mount Holly urges the school board to prioritize ADHD evaluation and access to Gasconade County programs. She notes prior permission forms and doctor referrals, asks why testing is delayed until grades three and five, and calls for staff education on responsibilities and procedures to help her child.
Residents Ron and Tammy Gonter of Gastonia protest a mayoral walking track near their yards blaming it for multiple thefts. They claim the new All-America City status invites crime and urge the mayor to reconsider local developments.
The text asserts that September 11 marked a day when America paused yet remained strong through unity. It emphasizes liberty, justice, and a resilient nation guided by faith, pledging steadfast leadership for world peace and a united response to the tragedy.
The piece questions the rush to expand federal law enforcement budgets and personnel without examining why existing efforts failed to stop a major terror plot. It cites warnings to 200 potential attackers, notes possible watch-list gaps before a hijacking, and urges congressional hearings to assess effectiveness and governance of intelligence agencies.
The piece argues the word hero should apply to courage under pressure rather than victims or celebrities. It highlights United Airlines Flight 93 passengers as true heroes and praises the firefighters police and medical workers who risked or gave their lives during the World Trade Center attacks. It concludes that the 9 11 era offers renewed inspiration for daily challenges and future trials.
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