Public ignorance and political opportunism: who can blame the people for being cynical about politics when its practitioners prove so slippery
Article Abstract:
Republican presidential candidate Bob Dole is pitching a 15% tax cut to gullible voters, and Pres Clinton has betrayed the Democratic tradition by passing a welfare reform bill that will hurt the poor. Voters must make themselves aware of issues and stand up for ethical laws.
Publication Name: Maclean's
Subject: News, opinion and commentary
ISSN: 0024-9262
Year: 1996
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The playing fields of uncaring greed
Article Abstract:
Many baseball managers and owners are motivated by greed. New York Yankees owner George Steinbrenner is threatening to move the baseball club from the Bronx, NY, to New Jersey because he believes he will lose white fans who are afraid to go into a minority neighborhood.
Publication Name: Maclean's
Subject: News, opinion and commentary
ISSN: 0024-9262
Year: 1993
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Beware the defenders of the middle class
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The quality of life for people in the middle class has eroded, and pledges from presidential candidates to improve their life are empty. It is likely that the promises of betterment will end up costing the middle class more than they already can afford.
Publication Name: Maclean's
Subject: News, opinion and commentary
ISSN: 0024-9262
Year: 1992
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