Elian Gonzalez and the U S power struggle over his fate
The piece argues the Elian case became a political pawn for Cuba and the United States. It questions whether Elian should stay with Miami relatives or join his father in Cuba. It condemns using the child for public opinion and warns of long term consequences.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elian Gonzalez
Fidel Castro
Cuba
Elian
Miami
United States
U. S
America
Freedom
Castro
Janet Reno
Land of the
Free
Juan Miguel
Fidel
Maxine Waters
Back from hiatus I rethink politics and life
After a long weekend away I admit I missed the political fray and found relief in ignorance. I urge a calmer view of elections and media hype, noting there are more important things than a political battle. Submit comments to Diane Amantea in care of Wilson County News.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Diane Amantea
Wilson County News
P.O. Box
Floresville
Bain
P.O
bankers@connects.com
Subdivision concerns raised by Hickory Hill residents
Letter from homelandowners of Hickory Hill subdivision raising health and safety concerns. Notes existing covenants to be presented by the Realtor at closing and references polling of recent property buyers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hickory Hill
Precinct 3
Hickory Hill Drive
Public Health and Safety
Elian Gonzalez debate stirs left leaning readers and housing notes
Two veteran journalists discuss Elian Gonzalez asking whether keeping him in the United States serves his best interests while criticizing Cuban policy. Separately a subdivision homeowners group urges county action on unsafe roads, erosion, signage, and trash disposal, citing neglected covenants and poor maintenance.
Letters to the Editor Policy
The Wilson County News outlines rules for letters including limit of 350 words. It states editor discretion on material use and notes letters do not necessarily reflect editorial policies. Handwritten signature, address and phone number are required for printing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wilson County News
Also Mentioned on This Page
By Elaine Kolodziej
Page
Martha Stewart
al Gore
Hillary Clinton
Rudy Giuliani
New York State
Senate
Bill Clinton
Bill
Washington
By Diane Amantea
Juan Miguel Gonzalez
el Presidente
U.S
Juan Migel
Orty
Fez
Frank Bain Jr
White House
Washington, D.C
U.S. Senate
Washington D.C
Phil Gramm
College Station
Russell Senate
O.B
George W. Bush
State
Austin
Texas
Judith Zaffiani
Dist
D-Laredo
Texas House of Representatives
John A. Longoria
San Antonio
Ignacio Salinas
San Diego
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!