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Show Paged ____DavisEditionCitizens February 21 & 22, 1995 Republicans NeedtoOpen Their Doors for Better, Brighter Tomorrow Continued from page 1 Duringthis session, we as Democrats, propose to you an alterna- tive perspective to Gov. Michael Leavitt's plan. It is important to note that when weagree with the Governor, we pledge our support. In the past. the Democrats have built coalitions to deal with crime, education and health care; but when we disagree. we will preparean alternative voice, as is so essential in a two-party system. A recent Dan Jones poll revealed that crimeis the No. 1 concern on the minds of Utahns. Violent crimeis a serious problem in the state of Utah. A robbery oc- curs every nine hours, a rape every 11 hours and a murderevery seven days. No one asks to be a victim of crime, and no oneis immune. Democratic initiatives call for bold sweeping changes. We must change the way government re- acts to crime. Getting toughon offenders and serious about solutions are trulyissues befitting the tradition of the Democratic party. The crime and gang problem has been developing over many years and cannotbe solved with a “quick fix.” We applaud Gov. Leavitt's proposal to build more prisons — but building prisons alone does not amount to a successful crime strategy. Statistics showthat 50 percentof all convieted juveniles become repeat offenders. Democrats believe that the ultimate solution lies in returning to the core values upon which our nation was founded. WhenI wasgrowing up, honesty, integrity and respect were re- inforced not onlyin the home but also in the classroom. Democrats recognize that government will never replace the family. But, we mustrealize that schools are the second greatest influence onour children. The state's education system needs to be reformed. I am per- sonally sponsoring a bill that would reduceclass size. We must demand performance standards and acceptable results for the money we invest. Democrats also support measures that will continue to make public and higher education accessible to all. I recently received a constituent letter from Matt, a high school student, who is alarmedby therapidly rising rate of college tuition. We know Utah's college students are struggling to keep pace with this increasingcost in higher education. We heard yourvoice Matt, and we Editor’s Note:If you are interestedin placing an item in Citizens’ Community Calendar, please mail or faxit to ‘Citizens,’ 135 S. Main Salt Lake City, Utah 84111. Fax: 237-2519. For more information, call NAC at 2372924. ALL, ITEMS SHOULD BE SUBMITTED TWO WEEKS IN ADVANCE. © Defensive Driving: East Community School, in cooperation with AARP (American Association of Retired Persons)is offering 55-Alive, defensive driving course. Specially designed for those over 55 years old to refresh driving skills, it can earn you discounts on your auto insurance. This two-nightclass will be held at 5:30 p.m., Feb. 22 and 23 at East High School. Thetuition is $11. For more information, call Marilyn Williams at 584-2901 between 2 and 9 p.m. © Gallivan Center: Feb. 22 (Wednesday): Lunch Bunch Seminar — Grab your lunch andstroll on downto the Gallivan Utah Centerfora little foodfor thought! Free seminar on “Herbs for Colds and Flu.” The Lunch Bunch seminars are held every Wednesday from noonto 1 p.m. Feb. 23 (Thursday): February White Sale at the Ice Rink— The Gallivan Utah Centeris offering a coupon in February's Plaza Pluses Newsletter entitling one person to skate for $2.50 (includes skate rental) for one session on Thursdaysat either the 4:30 p.m. session or the 6:45 p.m. session. Feb. 24 (Friday): ‘Come Alive After Five” — Skate at the Gallivan CenterIce Rink for only $2.50 per person from 5 p.m.until 10 p.m. This 1950s “Come Alive After Five” party will be a fun and entertaining event for everyone. Therewill be a skating exhibition with a few exciting surprises. Rick Schemmer, a favorite DJ, will be in charge of the live ‘Rock n’ Roll” music. Makesure to bring your appetite because Wendy’s hot and delicious old-fashioned chili will be available for only 50 cents. Coffee, hot cocoa and adult beverageswill also be available. © Health Week: Many events are planned for Utah Natural Health Week, Feb. 20-25, For more information,call Jay Wright at 364-2030. @ Host Exchange Student: International students from 35 countries need host families for the ‘95-'96 school year. Five- and 10-month programsareavailable. Students will have their own spending money and insurance. For more information. call 9697104 or 1-800-999-7104. @ Open House: The Jewish Community Center Elementary School is hoiding an open house for grades one through five, Feb. 23, 7:30-9 p.m. at Congregation Kol Ami, 2425 Heritage Way (2760 South). For moreinformation, call 485-4507. © Science Day: Science and Creativity Day, a fundraiser for the Utah Museum of Natural History,will be Saturday, Feb. 25, 1-4 p.m. at the Museum, 215 S. 1350 East, University of Utah. Children ages four and older can make case of a dinosaurfootprint, discover what owls eat, and much more.For moreinformation, call 581-6928. @ Alzheimer’s Seminar: The U of U Neuropsychiatric Institute will present ‘‘Alz- heimer’s disease: Understanding the Loss of Understanding,” led by Mark Johnston, M.D., Wednesday, Feb. 22, 7:30 p.m. at the U of U Neuropsychiatric Institute, 501 Chipeta Way. For more information, call 583-2500, ext. 453. ® Zen and Aikido: A free two-hour workshop is being offered Saturday, Feb. 26, 2 p.m. at Utah Aikikai, 3638 S. Highland Dr., Salt Lake City. Anton Coppens, an ordained Buddhist monk and certified Zen teacherwill instruct on the basic techniques of Zen meditation and how it can apply to our martial arts practice and our daily lives. For more information, call 27207. © High School Musical: Highland High School Performing Arts Department will present the musical ‘Anything Goes” by Cole Porter, Feb. 24-27, 7 p.m. The play will be held at Highland Park Elementary (1750 E. 2700 South). All seats are $4. The publicis invited. For morein- formation, call John Newmanat 566-1035. @ Sandy City Concerts: Sandy City’s American West Symphony and Chorusis proud to announcetheir upcoming performances: — Feb. 24, 8 p.m. at the Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 8575 S. 700 East, Sandy. — March 4, 7 p.m. at the Assembly Hall, Temple Square, Salt Lake City. — March 13, 7:30 p.m., Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 8575 S. 700 East, Sandy. For moreinformation,call Susan Dalrymple at 364-5320. @ Head Injury Seminar: The Utah Head Injury Associa- tion, in conjunction with Billy’s Dart Club, will host the second Semi-Annual Dart Tournament, March 4, 1995, at Billy's Dart Club, 3040 S. State from 10 a.m. to completion. All proceeds will be donatedto the Utah Head Injury Association. There will be a drawingfor prizes throughout the tournament. Trophies will be awarded. For more information, contact the Utah Head Injury Association at 484-2240 or Billy's Dart Club 487-5330. @ HumanistsAssociation: Michael Werner, President of the American Humanist Association, is coming to Salt Lake City. President Wernerwill be discussing “Humanist Morality in the Post Modern World.” The Humanist Chapter of Utahis hosting this free lecture, Thursday, March2,7:30 p.m., at the Unitarian Church, 569 S. 1300 East. @ Paws Helping People: Are you interested in participating with your petas a Pet Part- HealthSouth Rehabilitation Hospital in Sandy,is sponsoring a seminar/workshop March 4 and 5 at HealthSouth to introduce po- tential therapy animals and their ownersto the joys of helping animals to help people. For moreinformation, call the Good Shepherd Association at 253-1900. ® Teen Pregnancy Program: Help! I'm Going to Be a Mommy! is now accepting names for winter classes beginning Feb. 28. The program offers free services to all women 13 to 20. Free layettes (baby items) are provided on completion of the course. For moreinformation,call 973-6654. @ Mobile Mammography: Salt Lake Regional Mobile MammographyUnitwill be offer- HEALTH PRINTis a carefully- crafted proposal which will provide Utahns with high-quality affordable health care. Weare now ready to move to the second year of scheduled reforms. However, there are members of the majority party and special interest groups in the propose to you that we increase community who are intent on dis- the funding allocated to higher We must not let this happen. We, as Democrats, pledge our supportin helping to enact Governor Leavitt’s health care plan. There is no question that Utah is becoming one of America’s boom states. Much of this prosperity can be attributed to our highly educated, young work force. High technology has been the real mainstay of this economy. Businesses such as IBM, Novell and Delta contribute to the vibrant economy whichwe enjoytoday. We must be prepared for education. The time for welfare reform has come. We, as democrats,will always believe in welfare for the truly unfortunate who need help to regain their productivity. But, we will not tolerate a program that fosters dependency or re- wards those who abuse the system. Welfare mustbe reformed to discourage teenage pregnancy. In Community Calendar year, we heartily endorsed it. Utah, the rate for births out of wedlock has increased every year since 1974, and now exceeds an alarming 20 percent. We proposesolutions, such as second chance homes, and passports out of welfare. Government’sroleis notto insulate individuals from the consequencesof their behavior, neither should governmentshield individuals from the valuesof their own community. Our next area of concern is health care. When Gov. Leavitt presented his health care reform proposal to the Legislature last rupting this process. continued growth and prosperity. The rebuilding of I-15 and our roadsand bridgesis crucial to the future growth of Utah. Utah’s first Territorial Governor, Brigham Young, had the vision and foresightto build broad roads whicharestill in use today. Utah Democrats believeit is again time to follow Brigham Young’s counsel and make adequate plans for transportation for generations to come. Craig Zwick, Utah’s Director of ee ment, just as you should call for open government. Decisions on crime, education, welfare and growth should be made in the light of day. We believe that this debate mustbe done in an atmosphere of mutual respect and bipartisanship. Together, through shared responsibility and commoneffort, we can dobetter. The future is bright and the best is yet to come.Solet the debate begin. OO INORDER To RESOLVE TRADED DISrUTEme CHINESE ‘O HAVE THESE Barer MAN TAPES AND we ing screening mammograms at Transportation, estimates that in order to keep I-15 from becoming the state’s largest parking lot, $3 billion dollars is needed to maintain the roads — and $10 billion dollars to upgrade for future needs. The Democratic party is not about making people rich, but aboutenriching people. B.H. Roberts, Mormon leader who waselected as a Democrat to the U.S. House in 1898, also sharedthis vision. He stated, “In essential thingslet there be unity, in non-essentialthingslet there be liberty, in all things let there be charity.” We sharehis belief that free and open debateis necessary for liberty. As Democrats, we are ready to support Gov. Leavitt in many of his initiatives. We're proud of the visibility he’s brought to Utah. But we call for open govern- COPIES OF Ret the following locations. Our service is convenient, low cost ($75) and ACRaccredited. 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