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Newspaper
The Gaston Gazette
Location
Gastonia, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Oct 14, 2011
Page
2
A compact statement asserts that freedom comes from individual self control and equal rights endowed by the Creator. It emphasizes personal responsibility to preserve life and property and to secure greater freedom for all and for future generations.
North Carolina weighs job promises against high costs as Continental Tire of the Americas seeks a 1300‑job plant in Brunswick County. Critics say $45 million in corporate welfare equals nearly $35,000 per job, challenging NC’s tax credit approach versus South Carolina’s offer.
The Brunswick County tire plant decision sparked finger-pointing between governor and lawmakers over incentives. Critics accuse pay-to-play links, landowner ties to campaign contributors, and the governor’s son’s law firm advising Continental. South Carolina’s immediate, generous offer won the deal, costing North Carolina jobs.
Debbie Clay of Gastonia notes that comparing elected officials to Adolf Hitler carries career consequences. She cites Hank Williams Jr. as free to speak but points out ESPN’s right to hire or fire talent, arguing the move should be swift and correct.
A reader argues that taking Leviticus out of context misleads on issues like the Marriage Amendment. The piece explains Israel's purity laws as symbolic of holiness, noting health and sanitation were part of ancient practice and contrasting pagan immorality with Israelite distinctiveness.
A fatal wreck in Gaston halted traffic on 85 overnight, prompting questions about road safety and future projects like the Garden Parkway. The incident drew local reactions on transportation policy and insurance-related costs amid ongoing debates over domestic partner benefits at financial firms.
The Burma Group notes biblical literacy is not current or a goal in the United States, calling it tragic while citing II Tim. 3:16. It argues Bible study materials are readily available and free to own without fear of arrest. Lorele Garrett from Mount Holly adds emphasis.
MITZI WALKER urges Stanley voters to vote no on alcohol sales on November 8 claiming a no vote preserves family values and keeps teens from buying beer, reduces alcohol related harm, and separates Stanley from other towns. The appeal emphasizes protecting kids and families and calls for a strong community stance.
A call to defend equal rights for gay people across society and institutions including work, travel, health care, finance, education, housing, and marriage. The text urges standing against legislated hate and DOMA, urging civil rights for all and condemning discrimination. It names MARK COX and AGOWANIE as related figures.
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