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Newspaper
The Gaston Gazette
Location
Gastonia, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Oct 23, 2000
Page
7
Duane K. McCallister, John Pea, and Barry Bridges provide a freedom manifesto urging readers to promote and preserve liberty. The piece asserts equal divine rights, self-control as freedom, and the goal of individuals to secure life and property without government overreach.
A compact reflection on freedom using a metaphor about a ladder. The quote suggests a ladder serves only to elevate a person for progress, not to serve as a resting place. It emphasizes continual striving and ascent toward higher achievement.
The Gazette outlines letter submissions including required signature address and daytime phone number. Letters must be 300 words or less, suitable for general interest, may be edited, limited to one per month, and may not include poetry or consumer complaints. Submissions accepted at office, by mail, fax, or email with contact options provided.
The Gazette invites Feedback section letters and My Turn pieces for a Readers' Voice award each month. Monthly winner advances to a yearly award in July, rewarding concise well written messages that avoid personal attacks.
Our opinion condemns threatened government seizure of private property to stop development at DuPont State Forest. The state seeks to acquire 2223 acres, outbid by Jim Anthony, who proposes a 238 acre conservation easement with trails and public access. Authorities insist on broader access and control, pledging to pursue land by any means.
The piece argues against panic over Aventis CropScience biotech corn meant for animals, noting remote allergy risks but highlighting no documented human harm. It condemns superstition, defends biotechnology as humane and promising to reduce hunger, and criticizes alarmist groups for hyping danger despite safeguards and inspection.
Two letters express strong opinions on North Carolina politics. Sidney Oxendine criticizes Mike Easley and Richard Winroot for mudslinging and urges prayer at the polls. Dr James E. Reed endorses District Judge Melissa Magee, praising her public service and ethical conduct and stating he and his wife will vote for her.
A Gaston County resident urges voters to back Donnie Loftis for the County Commission. He cites Loftis’s military service, education, and community leadership, arguing a united effort is needed to lead Gaston toward openness and stronger county governance. He envisions Gaston as an All-America county.
The Gazette announces policy for election feedback letters for the November 7 election. Letters must be received by Tuesday October 24 to ensure publication. Letters are limited to 300 words and candidate letters will not be published.
Kilpatrick notes readers use multiple vocabularies in daily life from home and work to leisure and sports. He cites New York Times pieces on art and tech language, reviews music and politics, and urges writers to keep domestic tongues straight to avoid miscommunication.
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