Morality can make all the difference in politics
The piece argues the presidential race hinges on state outcomes and moral considerations. It notes Gore's praise, Clinton's economy, and suggests the election outcome rests on Tennessee and Arkansas, home-state effects, and potential Senate control, with reflections on private life influencing public life.
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Washington
Gore
Senate
Joe Lieberman
Editorial argues morality shapes leadership and politics
The piece by Charlie Mack ties Clinton approval to ethics, cites Hemingway and Proverbs, and warns private vice harms public ability to govern. It suggests morality affects electoral power in Tennessee and Arkansas and could influence Al Gore's presidential prospects and congressional control.
Clinton Apology Debate Tied to Gore and Impeachment
A columnist argues Clinton should apologize to Al Gore for the impeachment and lost political gains. The piece cites Frost and notes Charlie Mack as a Campus Crusade for Christ regional director offering the opinion.
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Clinton
al Gore
White House
Robert Frost
Charlie Mack
Campus Crusade For Christ
Publicity stunts frame close presidential race
The piece argues three Gore campaign stunts shaped the 2000 race. It accuses an NAACP ad of racism, Ed Asner of distributing a misleading Social Security message, and cites a leaked DWI claim about Bush. It defends Bush’s honesty and notes Bain's banking background and Floresville contact.
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George W. Bush
Albert Gore Jr
Gore
James Byrd
Byrd
Jasper
NAACP
al Gore
Gore Lieberman
Ed Asner
Asner
Florida
Bush
Mr. Gore
Dubya
Mr. Bush
Teens claim Christian faith while doubting Bible accuracy
Barna Research reports 86 percent of teens say they are Christian and 80 percent view faith as very important. One third describe themselves as absolutely committed while half are moderately committed. three of five believe the Bible is totally accurate and two thirds feel very familiar with Christian teachings. Deepesr digging follows.
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U.S
Barna Research
Ventura
Calif
Teens misinformed faith views challenge church and parents
A Barna Research survey shows eight of ten teens see the Bible as totally accurate yet many misunderstand its content. Two thirds deny Satan as a living being, sixty percent think good deeds earn heaven, and a majority say Jesus sinned. Leaders urge more intentional home and church instruction to align teen beliefs with scripture. Real Answers TM provided by The Amy Foundation.
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Satan
Heaven
Jesus
Earth
George Barna
Barna Research
Barna
Moses
Abraham Lincoln
America
Real
Amy Foundation
Internet Syndicate
P. O. Box
Lansing
Amyfoundin
Aol
Amyfound.org
Opposition to Kyoto Treaty and UN Alarm over Costs
A letter argues against the Kyoto treaty, saying it would raise energy costs and harm poorer people while weather data allegedly shows no warming trend over the past two decades. The writer pledges to oppose international climate measures.
Military votes in Florida urge full counting
The letter argues every military ballot should be counted and criticizes Vice President Gore for opposing full inclusion. Frankie J. Smith of New Braunfels and Oliver Nowotny of La Vernia express strong views on election procedures and national policy.
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Florida
Gore
Frankie J. Smith
New Braunfels
Recount Call Aims From Clinton Era Elections
A commentator urges a full recount of Florida elections dating to the Clinton era, arguing for extensive validation of past results and methods. The remark emphasizes distrust in contemporary procedures and seeks a comprehensive retroactive audit.
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Florida
Clinton
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