A Challenge Needed For Young Americans
The piece cites William James on creating a moral equivalent of war through national service. It notes past programs like VISTA and the Peace Corps and calls for mandatory service voiced by Gary Hart and Charles Robb. It argues service builds character beyond schooling and frames national service as a demanding but rewarding endeavor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William James
James
Gary Hart
Virginia
Charles Robb
New Deal
Civilian Conservation Corps
Peace Corps
VISTA
Mamie Dunbar Saint honored for charity and faith in South Carolina
Funeral services will be held at Auns Missionary Baptist Church in rural Aiken County for Mamie Pearleen Williamson Dunbar a charitable community activist notable for founding the Charity Aid Club in 1971 and the Outpost Prayer House She aided the poor and needy and inspired both black and white communities including helping a prisoner find renewed faith Her life as a devout mother of ten and her self taught driving milestone are highlighted alongside memories from her family and friends.
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Auns Missionary Baptist Church
Aiken County
New Ellenton
Mamie Pearleen Williamson Dunbar
Charity Aid Club
Outpost Prayer House
Raymond Hanna
Child Evangelism
Dunbar
Jesus
Christian
Insuring Against Medical Catastrophe
Washington column discusses a Health and Human Services report on catastrophic medical expenses. It covers a definition framework, estimated affected families, Medicare gaps, and two main proposals: a catastrophic insurance rider via Medicare and Individual Medical Accounts with annual deposits. It warns against lowering the catastrophic threshold to avoid budgetary strain and advocates minimal new entitlements.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Department of Health and Human Services
IMA
Congress
Will Congress Undo Reagan Tax Reform Next Year
The article notes President Reagan praising the tax reform as a victory for fairness and pro family economy while warning against reopening the issue with higher tax rates. It cites concerns from Congress and economist James Buchanan about future tax increases and deductions. The piece discusses deficit fears and workfare as welfare reform debates unfold as Congress resumes in January.
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Reagan
Congress of
United States
Congress
Dan Rostenkowski
Rosty
James Buchanan
Massachusetts
White House Operates Under Siege Mentality
Ed Rollins, former Reagan aide, says the White House is isolated from outside input and faces a severe crisis over trust in the president. He cites Iran dealings as fueling a nationwide belief Reagan has not told the truth, while praising his integrity as a core strength.
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Rollins
Los Angeles Times
Reagan
Donald Regan
White House
Tehran
Iran
Washington
Ed Rollins
Minnesota
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Don Regan
Poindexter
Zbigniew Brzezinski
Henry Kissinger
New York Daily News
Alee
Universal Press Syndicate
Paul Harvey
Los Angeles Times Syndicate
Jill Eddins
By Lars-Erie Nelson
Cory Aquino
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