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Don’t allow intimidation

November 20, 2009

Law enforcement authorities in Philadelphia were quick to point out a blatant abuse of voters’ rights during the November 2008 election. Members of the New Black Panther Party stationed themselves at one polling place, where they intimidated some voters by brandishing a nightstick, wearing military-style uniforms and yelling racial insults. Justice Department officials began an investigation. So obvious was the evidence that on Jan. 7, an official complaint was issued against three members of the NBPP. Not long after President Barack Obama took office, the Justice Department, under Attorney General Eric Holder, dropped the complaint. No explanation was provided. From all accounts — except that of the NBPP, of course — the three party members engaged in conduct that should have been punished. But Holder’s Justice Department, with the unspoken support of the White House, decided to ignore the crimes.

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State adding to cities’ stress

November 19, 2009

New York state government is causing problems for municipalities that are trying to get their budgets ready for December adoption.

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Bill requires closer review

November 18, 2009

Earlier this month, Sen. George Voinovich, R-Ohio, asked that a Senate vote on climate change legislation be delayed until a detailed analysis of the measure’s effect on the economy can be prepared.

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Bridge vital in Edinburg

November 17, 2009

In Amsterdam, the New York State Canal Corp. is close to starting work on a $16.5 million pedestrian bridge that would connect the city’s north and south sides.

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Be cautious with N. Korea

November 16, 2009

We hope President Barack Obama is not making a mistake in his plan to engage in bilateral talks with North Korea. He and Secretary of State Hillary Clinton should proceed with extreme caution.

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Remove gag from public

November 15, 2009

When times are tough, circle the wagons. That appears to be the ill-conceived approach of the Gloversville Common Council.

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