The failure of politics and Perot's legacy
An opinion piece critiques political culture and media during elections. It argues Perot's heroism amid hostage rescues contrasts with campaign mudslinging, voter gullibility, and a system favoring promises over sacrifice. It notes televised sound bites and partisan fault lines, ending on a caution about the future.
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George W. Bush
Florida
Gov. Bush
New York
Clinton
Rudolph Giuliani
Hillary
GOP
Ross Perot
Enforce Existing Gun Laws First, Says NRA Leader
Wayne LaPierre argues president tolerates gun violence for politics while urging strict enforcement of current laws. The column rebuts Clinton era stats, warns new laws are ineffective, and calls for practical enforcement rather than knee jerk fixes. Comments invited to Diane Amantea, Wilson County News.
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Wayne LaPierre
National Rifle Association
Bill Clinton
LaPierre
Clinton
Diane Amantea
Wilson County News
P.O. Box
Floresville
Floresville district honors responders after false bomb threats
Floresville ISD Superintendent thanks Wilson County Sheriff’s Office Floresville Police Department Floresville Volunteer Fire Department Texas Department of Public Safety and Emergency Management Agency for quick action during evacuations April 6 and 7. Water donations from Baumann’s Grocery and Super S. three juveniles arrested in connection with Thursday threat.
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Floresville
Wilson County
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Baumann’s
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Help Sought for Diabetic Relative in Wilson County
Carolyn Kiolbassa of La Vernia seeks aid for her sister with diabetes in Wilson County. She lacks insurance and cannot afford medicines and reports no local help despite contacting state human resources and nearby counties. She asks for a Care Link like program or other patient assistance.
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Wilson County
San Antonio
Floresville
Bexar County
Carolyn Kiolbassa LaVernia
Film Critic Bashes American Beauty for Controversial Themes
Frank Bain Jr repeats critics’ sharp takes on American Beauty including adultery drugs and controversial language. He notes FRC and The New American condemn the film while acknowledging Spielberg’s track record but declines to see it. He mentions Hillary and Bill Clinton’s supposed reaction and closes with his banking duties contact.
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DreamWorks Skg
Family Research Council
FRC
Hollywood
Suburbia
Wilson County News Letters Policy guidelines
The Wilson County News outlines submission rules for letters to the editor. Letters should be under 350 words and are subject to editor discretion for space, clarity, or to avoid obscenity or libel. All letters must include a handwritten signature, address, and daytime phone number for verification.
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Wilson County News
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