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Next on New Hampshire Outlook. Pope John Paul breaks his silence on the sex abuse scandal surrounding the Catholic Church. We'll see results of a new poll on religion. We'll find out why a Hanover company is considered one of the best in the business. And we'll show you a breath of spring in the making. |
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Welcome to New Hampshire Outlook. I'm Allison McNair. |
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For the first time, Pope John Paul has broken his silence on the sex abuse scandal surrounding the Catholic Church. The pope says the scandal is casting a "dark shadow of suspicion" over all priests. In his annual message to priests around the world, the Pope stated that "as priests, we are personally and profoundly afflicted by the sins of some of our brothers". He also said that those priests who molest fall prey to the most "grievous" form of evil. He went on to say that the church is striving for "truth and justice" for the abuse victims. |
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Many American Catholics are weighing the words of the Pope and the way the church has responded to numerous allegations of child molestation by priests. CNN's Bill Schneider has more. |
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A debate is flaring up among American Catholics that could be just as bitter and intense as any political debate. The adversaries? Progressive and conservative critics of the Church. The issue? What is to be done. The Catholic faithful have been shaken by the revelations of sexual misconduct. DIONNE SOT, FROM 3/19 ``CNN NEWSNIGHT'':``IT IS A SENSE OF BROKEN TRUST BY THE LEADERSHIP OF THE CHURCH.'' CATHOLICS RATE CHURCH HANDLING OF SEXUAL ABUSE CASES -- EXCELLENT/GOOD 22%, FAIR 23%, POOR 52% A majority of Catholics say the Church has handled the matter poorly. Progressive critics claim the scandal proves what they've been saying for years -- that the Church is too secretive, that rules against married priests and women priests are out of date, that the Church is out of touch. What is to be done? The progressive answer is, more democracy. Give lay Catholics more involvement, not in matters of faith, but in the governance of the Church. Take the incidents of alleged sexual abuse. POLL GRAFIK: CATHOLICS' VIEW OF BEST WAY TO HANDLE ALLEGATIONS OF SEXUAL ABUSE - LEGAL AUTHORITIES 85%, INTERNAL CHURCH MATTER 10% An overwhelming majority of Catholics -- 85 percent -- say the allegations should have been dealt with as a legal matter, by the police and the courts. Only 10 percent believe they should have been handled as an internal Ch urch matter. Which is how the Church handled them. Or mishandled them. GALANTE SOT, FROM 3/19 ``CNN NEWSNIGHT'':``WE SHOULD BE TURNING OVER CRIMES TO THE PROPER AUTHORITIES. WE DON'T. THAT'S NOT OUR COMPETENCE.'' Conservative critics claim the scandal proves what THEY have been saying all along -- that Church authority has broken down, that standards of behavior have become lax, that the Church has been corrupted by the secular culture of ``anything goes.'' What is to be done? The conservative answer is, more authority. Conservatives are calling for a reformation of the Church, a return to the traditional Church teachings and standards that prevailed before the Vatican Counci l of the 1960s. They believe the Church has been damaged by what they call... DREHER SOT, FROM 3/19 ``CNN NEWSNIGHT'': ``... A CAPITULATION TO THE CULTURE.'' OC The danger is that the Church will suffer from the same affliction that politics suffers from: pervasive cynicism. That will damage the Church. And public figures who align themselves with the Church. Bill Schneider, CNN, Washington |
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On Monday Outlook begins a week long series of reports on the sex abuse scandal now rocking the Catholic Church. We'll look at the innocence lost of victims ---- the faithful---- and the institution of the church. |
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Even though campaign finance reform legislation was just approved by the U.S. Senate - a movement is already underway to legally challenge the bill. The legislation would ban national parties from receiving unlimited "soft money" contributions. Larry Noble is with the Center for Responsive politics in Washington, DC. He says the reforms will hurt Democrats more than republicans in the short run. |
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15:28 while the democrats raise a little over 50 percent of their money in soft money which will now be banned- the republicans raise only about 40 percents of their money in soft money- about 33 percent of their money in soft money. the effect of this is going to be to really get the democrats to work harder to raise the hard money. The truth of the matter is the republicans raise more hard money and more soft money than democrats do but its a larger percentage of the money the democrats raise. 15:56 OUT |
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New Hampshire congressman Charlie Bass voted in favor of the bill when it was before the House. Those in opposition - include New Hampshire Congressman John Sununu, Senator Judd Gregg and Senator Bob Smith. |
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SMITH AND SUNUNU smith: 18:37 I think the bottom line is a person should be able to give to whatever polt party pr candidate they want. for everybody that gets a contribution for something theres someone giving a contribution against something so I think money isn't corrupt people are corrupt and if a person is corrupt they should be thrown out of office which hopefully the voters will do. 19:06 26:40 Money doesn't vote what matters is that you go across the state look voters in the eye and concince them that you'll be a good rep. I've never had trouble raising money but at the end of the day you've got to carry your message to the voters. 27:04 20:48 The best way. the best reforms are immediate disclosure over the Internet within 24 hours- let everybody know where the money came from and let the voters make the choice whether they want candidates who took money form this person or that person, this corporation or that corporation whatever. but dont restrict party activity and activity that encourages people to get involved in the political process. 21:14OUT |
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The bill, known as McCain-Feingold in the Senate and Shays-Meehan in the House, is expected to be signed by President Bush. If approved, the legislation will go into effect November 6, the day after this year's elections -- That's if court challenges to the bill are unsuccessful. |
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One challenge is expected from Kentucky Senator Mitch McConnell. He says the campaign finance bill violates first amendment rights by limiting the use of "soft money". McConnell has assembled a high powered team including noted First Amendment lawyer Floyd Abrams and former Whitewater independent counsel Kenneth Starr. The lawsuit is expected to be filed shortly after the president signs the bill. |
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Human cloning, redistricting, judicial review. Those were just a few of the issues up for debate and decision Thursday at New Hampshire's State House. Producer Richard Ager has our report on what happened in the House of Representatives. |
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track: The first of several contentious bills was the senate redistricting bill which the senate had passed on a partisan party-line vote. Its proposed realignment of electoral districts had offended even some House Republicans, who ignored calls for party unity. Bite: tape 1 11:56:30 I will not vote for this Senate redistricting plan, because when I go home today, I'm going to tell my constituents I voted for what was right - not what was expedient or any of these other issues we seem to be hearing. Track: But House leadership urged passage, emphasizing the Senate has the right to choose its own plan. Bite: tape 1 12;00:45 I think the Senate did their work the same way we did our work on our House redistricting bill. I think they got a majority of votes. It was 13-11. That's the way it goes. So why should we sit here now and try to do something else? It's their plan. I don't have a problem with it. I don't see gerrymandering. Track: The bill passed by nearly 60 votes. Standup: tape 2 03:11:07 Many members voted for the bill to simply get it out of the way and send it on to the governor, knowing that the governor has already said she will veto it. That would send it back to the Senate, which must pass some redistricting plan this year. Track; The House then approved funding for judicial reviews every seven years, and then it was time for the anti-cloning bill. Supporters said they are trying to prevent a future reminscent of a Brave New World. bite: tape 1 12;25:42 We women could become little more than hen farms. because millions of eggs will be needed, women will be sought out to take superstrong drugs to increase the number of eggs. bite: tape 1 12;26;20 The technology is there, the humanity is not. Track: But opponents like Rep. Sandy Harris, who is diabetic, said the bill could cut off potentially healing research. Bite; tape 2 12:33:11 The language in the bill concerning therapeutic cloning would be devastating. We or a member of our families may need the very research this bill wants to ban. Don't let it happen. Track: The House overwhelmingly rejected the bill 233-100. It also defeated a bill that would have given the state more power over allocating river water, and sent a bill supporting subsidies for wood-fired generating plants for further study. For NH Outlook, I'm Richard Ager. |
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Stocks showed strength Thursday as a slow but steady rise in the tech sector pulled up the Nasdaq, and also helped move the Dow off of its lows of the day. Analysts said investors are conflicted about the economy. While investors believe the economy is strengthening, they are worried that interest rates will rise before business fully improves. |
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The Dow overcame a bruising triple-digit loss suffered around midday on Thursday, closing down 21 points. The Nasdaq rose 36 points. And the S and P 500 rose a point and three-quarters. Dow Jones\10479.84\-21.73\NYSE\601.82\-0.55\American Stock Exchange\904.39\+7.47\Nasdaq\1868.83\+35.96\S&P 500\1153.59\+1.74\Wall Street\ |
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Here's a look at stocks of interest to New Hampshire investors. Autodesk was up seventy three cents. Chubb rose a dollar thirty three. GE dropped a dollar twenty five. Tyco lost a dollar six and Verizon ended the day down a dollar six. Autodesk\46.55\+0.73\Chubb\72.08\+1.33\General Electric\37.55\-1.25\Tyco\33.23\-1.06\Verizon\47.05\-1.06\NH Stocks\Source: yahoo.com |
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Despite the tough economic times, many companies still manage to stay on top and keep their employees happy. Ten of those companies met earlier this month at a breakfast forum. They were chosen as the ten best companies to work for in New Hampshire, according to Business NH Magazine. They took audience questions and spoke at length about what makes them "the best." |
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CEOs from the top ten companies to work for in New Hampshire talk about the strategies that have helped make them the "best". |
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Now you can go inside the top ten companies to work for in the Granite State. New Hampshire Businesses for Social Responsibility will be providing tours of the top ten companies over the next few months. For more information or to register for a tour, you can call NHBSR at 645-2605 or visit their website at www-dot-nhbsr-dot-org. |
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One of the companies featured at the Breakfast with the Best event was Hypertherm. Lisa Brown takes us to Hanover for a look at what makes Hypertherm a such a hot prospect. \ |
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Hypertherm continues to grow and is in fact accepting applications. If you'd like to know more you can check out their web page at: W-W-W. hypertherm.com |
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The day after the first day of spring meant snow cleanup and sporadic power outages. We checked in earlier with Katie Koster at the Mount Washington Observatory to see whats a head and what conditions were like atop the mountain. |
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Mt. Washington Observatory\Thursday on the Summit\Mostly sunny then mostly cloudy, fog and blowing snow\Visibility: 70 miles down to 500 feet\High: 19 \Peak Gust: NW 65 mph Overnight\North\Snow showers\Accumulation: 2 to 4"\Lows: 10 to 15\Winds: SW 10 to 20 mph Overnight\Central and South\Snow showers likely\Accumulation: 1 to 2 \coast: 1" or less\Lows: 18 to 23 Friday\North\Snow showers likely\Accumulations: about 1"\Highs: 13 to 20\Winds: NW 15 to 25 mph Friday\Central and South\Partly sunny and windy \Chance of afternoon flurries\Highs: 20 to 30\Winds: NW 15 to 25 mph |
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Even though we may be digging out from a snowstorm on this the second day of spring, serious gardeners are already thinking about seeds and flowers and summer rains. Many will attend the 8th annual "Breath of Spring" flower show at the Cheshire Fairgrounds near Keene. It's a fundraiser for Home Health Care, Hospice and Community Services of Southwest New Hampshire. Chip Neal takes us to Swanzey for a look behind the scenes. |
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The "Breath of Spring Flower and Garden Show" opens Friday morning at 10 and continues through Sunday until 4:30. Admission is $7 with proceeds going to Home Healthcare, Hospice & Community Services of Southwest New Hampshire. |
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From chamber music to the hilarity of the second city comedy troupe, there's something for everyone in this week's arts calendar. |
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MUSIC\Clark Terry Jazz Festival\Durham\March 23\603 862-2404 EXHIBIT\Graphic design, photography, illustration \through April 12 \Nashua\603 897-8276 COMEDY\Second City Touring Co.\March 22\Claremont\603 542-4433 CONCERT\Chamber Music - a French Soiree\March 22\Concord\603 228-1196 MUSICAL\The Jungle Book\through March 23\Manchester\603 623-0313 CRAFTS\Easter Crafts Fair\March 23\Nashua\603 528-4014 EXHIBIT\Claiming the Land - conservation issues\opens March 23\Concord\603 228-6688 |
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On the next New Hampshire Outlook - our weekly round-up of the week's top stories. Coming up on Monday, we begin a week long series on the crisis in the Catholic church. |
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That's it for this edition of our program. For all of us here at New Hampshire Public Television, I'm Ally McNair. Thanks for joining us. We'll see you next time on New Hampshire Outlook. |
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Tonight on New Hampshire Outlook. journalists from around the state put the week's top stories into perspective. The week-in-review. Tonight at 10pm on New Hampshire Outlook. |
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NEW HAMPSHIRE OUTLOOK Air Date/Time:3/21/02 / 2200 HOST: Allison McNair Length: 2 min In addition to a summary of the day's top New Hampshire stories, this edition of New Hampshire Outlook, NHPTV's nightly news magazine, included a report on the Catholic Church response to reports of sexual abuse among priests. PRODUCER/REPORTER:Bill Schneider NAME OF PARTICIPANTS: EJ Dionne Jr.\Washington Post Bishop Joseph Galante\Archdiocese of Dallas Rod Dreher\National Review |
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NEW HAMPSHIRE OUTLOOK Air Date/Time:3/21/02 / 2200 HOST: Allison McNair Length: 3:17 min In addition to a summary of the day's top New Hampshire stories, this edition of New Hampshire Outlook, NHPTV's nightly news magazine, included a report on the 8th annual "Breath of SPring" flower show at the Cheshire Fairgrounds near Keene. It's a fundraiser for Home Health Care, Hospice and Community Services of Southwest New Hampshire. PRODUCER/REPORTER: Chip Neal NAME OF PARTICIPANTS: Megan Burke Kidder\Event Chair Sharon Eason\Design Chair Chuck Simpson\Landscape Chair |
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Reaction to Pope John Paul's message has been mixed. Victims of priest abuse say the letter does nothing to help heal their wounds. Supporters of the church say the letter sent a strong message that sexual abuse will not be tolerated. Some say that the message shows promise of reform within the church. |
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A recent poll shows that Americans believe the religious fervor - evident after the September 11th attacks - is fading. The poll, done by the Pew Research Center for the People and the Press, indicates that over half the people surveyed think religion's effect is in decline. Two-thirds believed the terrorist attacks were the result of too little religion, rather than too much, but the same percentage thought that religion played a significant role in most of the world's conflicts. You can see the results of the poll at www-dot-people-dash-press-dot-org. |
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More than six months after the terrorist attacks, the threat of terrorism is still a concern. Here in New England, members of congress are looking at ways to protect our ports. Senator Bob Smith is concerned that cargo on container ships that dock in Portsmouth are vulnerable. Meanwhile, Maine Senator Olympia Snowe gave support for a new plan that will help reduce the threat by assisting the Customs Service in monitoring cargo shipments in foreign ports before they enter the U.S. |
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Monday on New Hampshire Outlook.begins a week long series of reports on the sex abuse scandal now rocking the Catholic Church. We'll look at the innocence lost. Beginning Monday at 10 only on New Hampshire Outlook. |
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Kenneth Starr, Floyd Abrams head fight against campaign reform law -- Kentucky Senator Mitch McConnell has assembled a high-powered team to mount the court challenge to the campaign finance law. It is headed by noted First Amendment lawyer Floyd Abrams and former Whitewater independent counsel Kenneth Starr. The Senate passed the campaign finance bill yesterday, and President Bush will sign it, even though he says it is flawed. McConnell argued throughout the Senate debate that the bill violates First Amendment rights. The lawsuit will focus on a specific provision of the bill. It bars the use of so-called "soft money" 30 days before a primary or 60 days before a general election for "issue ads" that refer directly to a candidate. Foes say this is a clear violation of the Constitution. McConnell says the lawsuit will be filed shortly after the president signs the bill. |
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Tonight on New Hampshire Outlook. We start a week long series on the Innocence Lost in the Catholic Church. Starting tonight at 10 only on New Hampshire Outlook. |
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Tonight on New Hampshire Outlook, we find out why a New Hampshire Company is considered one of the best in the business. It's all about the associates tonight at 10 only on New Hampshire Outlook. |
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Tonight on New Hampshire Outlook. journalists from around the state put the week's top stories into perspective. The week-in-review. Tonight at 10pm on New Hampshire Outlook. |
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Tonight on New Hampshire Outlook. journalists from around the state put the week's top stories into perspective. The week-in-review. Tonight at 10pm on New Hampshire Outlook. |