Lieberman on Gore ticket sparks faith and policy debate
A pundit notes the first Orthodox Jewish vice presidential pick alters the ticket’s religious dynamics. Lieberman’s stance on Social Security privatization vouchers and parental consent clashes with Gore, while Bush Cheney push vouchers and oppose partial birth abortion. The column urges readers to vote with stance in mind.
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Wilson County News
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Press bias at GOP convention mocks new faces
A reader vents at media coverage of the Republican National Convention highlighting supposed liberal bias. He criticizes reporters for spotlighting minority delegates while ignoring broader party unity. The piece likens Powell's praise to two critical lines and contrasts Clinton’s behavior with Bush's presidential conduct.
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Judy Woodruff
Jeff Greenfield
Bernie Shaw
Bill Schneider
Colin Powell
George W. Bush
Powell
Bill Clinton
Dick Cheney
United States
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Dinner talks hint at possible peace in Middle East
A political column reflects on President Clinton dining with Ehud Barak and Yasser Arafat as they discuss borders security refugees and Jerusalem. The author recalls personal war memories from Bosnia and Sarajevo while noting peace remains uncertain despite hopeful dialogue and distant prospects.
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Ehud Barak
Yasser Arafat
Middle East
United States
Jerusalem
West Bank
Jordan River
County residents should not pay for Wood Valley road paving
A Wood Valley Acres homeowner laments frequent county road work and argues Wilson County should fund road paving, not property owners. He questions the tax burden, notes lack of county services on Wood Valley Drive, and asserts roads are the county’s obligation, not residents’.
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Wood Valley Acres Association
Wilson County
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Wood Valley Acres
Wood Valley Drive
Park Would Add Biking Trail in Floresville
Julie Smith of Floresville asks for a new biking trail at Pecan Park to accompany the existing hiking path. She notes skaters and riders could use it legally without disrupting walkers or runners.
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Pecan Park
Floresville
Julie Smith
Protests and Pro-Life Call Amid Roe Reversal Debate
An article reflects Kris Radish supporting abortion rights while noting protests should stay eight feet away from entrances. It argues a pro-life agenda may advance with Roe v. Wade reversals, urging adoption services and anonymity for women, and emphasizes safety of the unborn.
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Kris Radish
Wilson County News
Greater legislation against family violence
The author urges funding for programs addressing family violence citing abuse affecting women children and men. Personal anecdotes illustrate harm and the risk of insufficient support unless local and national organizations receive proper funding.
Rios Family Genealogy Inquiry From Texas Reader
A reader requests genealogical information on the Rios surname family history. She notes Bruno and Juanita Rios, with Joe Rios born in Floresville, and mentions Whitney Texas. The letter urges stronger protections against family violence and safety for children and women. Cristen Gimenez of San Antonio signs the message.
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Rios
Bruno
Juanita
Maria) Rios
Joe Rios
Floresville
How To Organize Workshop For New Homeowners
The San Antonio Neighborhood Resource Center offers a twice monthly workshop titled How To Organize for new or prospective homeowners. The $35 per person session runs 8 30 a m to 2 p m and is open to Wilson County residents. Next session is Wednesday Sept 27 at 2401 Wilson at Haverhill with a monthly free Neighborhood Roundtable following.
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