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  • Oct. 23, 4:55 p.m.: An attack on democracy

    The GOP looks to keep Ohio Democrats from making a choice. By: Hank Kalet    This story shows why the current national Republican Party is dangerous for democracy. While the GOP are saying that they are hoping to prevent voter fraud, the party’s real goal is intimidation.    Here’s more on this.

  • Abraham Furhman

       Abraham "Abe" Fuhrman, 85, died Sunday, Oct. 17, at Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital, New Brunswick.    Born in Poland, he came to the United States in 1949, settling in Brooklyn, N.Y. Mr. Fuhrman moved to Monroe 18 years ago.    Prior to retiring 24 years ago, he was a presser in the New York City Garment…

  • Princeton Democrats to hold election rally, forum

       The Princeton Community Democratic Organization invites the public to attend an election rally and candidates’ forum at 7:30 p.m. Sunday at the Democratic headquarters.    The headquarters is located at Professional Building at 20 Nassau Street using the 2-4 Chambers Street entrance.    The candidates invited to attend are: U.S. Rep. Rush Holt (D-12); Mercer County Freeholders…

  • West Windsor settles police, fire union contracts

    Agreement ends years of negotiations. By: Jill Matthews    WEST WINDSOR — After several years of negotiations and arbitration, the township has finally reached contract agreements with police and firefighter unions.    The township went into arbitration with police, which resulted in a four-year contract that will begin retroactively on Jan. 1, 2003 and end Dec. 31,…

  • LETTERS: Sen. Kerry best on environment

    To the editor:     Most Americans care about the environment and will consider this in the November election. But John Kerry and President Bush have very different ideas on the subject. President Bush links every proposal to the economy and cost effectiveness, while Sen. Kerry understands that there are hidden costs, such as health, loss…

  • Movie Timetables

    Going to the movies tonight? Find out where and when the show you want to see is playing. Movies and times are valid from October 22, to October 29, 2004. Because of the possibility of last-minute schedule changes, it is wise to call the theater before leaving home. Please note: In the event that theaters…

  • Renovations to church move ahead

    Demolition of the 151-year-old church begins. By: Leon Tovey    JAMESBURG — Drivers cruising past the Jamesburg Presbyterian Church on Gatzmer Avenue might notice a large hole in the ground behind the church, where its education center used to be.    Demolition of the 3,600-square-foot building began Oct. 12 and, according to the Rev. Gary Filson, most…

  • Ferguson-Brozak race mirrors sharp presidential divide

    Republican incumbent and Democratic challenger hold divergent views on Iraq, the economy, stem-cell research and abortion. By: Jill Matthews    On the issues — ranging from tax cuts for economic growth to abortion — the Republican and Democratic candidates for the U.S. House of Representatives from the 7th Congressional District offer starkly different opinions.    Republican Michael…

  • Oct. 22, 7:35 p.m.: Hypocrisy and terror

    Fighting terror by backing terror — a long and venerable tradition. By: Hank Kalet    Hypocrisy is the rule of thumb when it comes to the war on terror. And it is undercutting our moral legitimacy.    Here is an interesting piece by Frida Berrigan of the World Policy Institute’s Arms Trade Resource Center on the topic.