Culture of immediacy shapes campaign rhetoric and envy
The author critiques a culture of instant gratification driven by TV, internet, and fast news. They argue campaigns focus on empathy over substance, fueling envy toward wealth and power. They call for a return to core free enterprise values and tougher backbone in politics.
St Hedwig council trash service decision questioned
Guest Editorial by G Robert Pritts questions the St Hedwig City Council chosen refuse carrier BFI and the handling of costs road hazards and insurance. He argues public guidance over private spending and notes concerns about dumpsters ownership and road damage while urging reflection on impact on local businesses.
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Wilson County News
New York
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St. Hedwig
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Pritts
Black vote shapes Gore Bradley race in Democratic primary
Column outlines how Gore and Bradley court black delegates in the presidential contest. It notes Gore’s tie to President Clinton, Bradley’s NBA ties and crowd dynamics, plus lingering questions about warmth and racial outreach. The piece argues the black vote could swing states with large black populations.
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al Gore
Bill Bradley
Bradley
America
National Basketball Association
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Clinton
Tipper Gore
New Hampshire
South Carolina
George W. Bush
John McCain
Carl Rowan
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Project Graduation 2000 at Stockdale High School
Stockdale High School students and parents announce Project Graduation 2000 a drug free post commencement party. The event aims to provide a safe alcohol free environment with foods prizes and party supplies to create a joyous memory for the Class of 2000. Inquiries go to the Stockdale Independent School District office at 830 996 3551. Vicki Wehmeyer Assistant Superintendent.
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Stockdale High School
Stockdale Independent School District
Vicki Wehmeyer
No thanks to Cibolo Reservoir in Wilson County
Richard E. Southern of Sutherland Springs appeals to preserve local history and wildlife against a proposed Cibolo Reservoir. He notes his family ties, the Busby House built in 1910, and urges residents to oppose waterbody plans, seeking a better solution.
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Wilson County
R.B. Busby
Busby
New Town
Sutherland Springs
Cibolo
Richard E
Texas State Senators Contact Details
Readers learn official contact points for federal and state offices in Texas. It lists addresses and phone numbers for The White House in Washington DC and the Texas State Capitol, plus three state senators Judith Zaffirini John A Longoria Ignacio Salinas with district info and Austin mailing addresses.
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Austin
P.O. Box
Bishop Wilson urges Bush to halt executions
Fort Worth ordained bishop Joe A. Wilson writes to Governor Bush asking for abolition of the death penalty. He questions the timing of executions after lengthy appeals on death row, criticizing capital punishment. He notes Clinton vetoes of abortion legislation, drawing a parallel to political fights.
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United Methodist
Joe A. Wilson
Fort Worth
Bill Clinton
Wilson County News Letter Policy Requirements
The Wilson County News accepts letters to the editor on topics of interest but reserves editorial discretion. Short letters have higher publication chances. all letters must be signed with name address and daytime phone for verification or they will not be printed.
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