Public unions, politics, and pay in state budgets debated
In a Fox News Sunday discussion, Mitch Daniels accuses public unions of shuttling large dues to politicians, while Walker pushes to curb collective bargaining amid strong public opposition. The piece argues the issue is complex, noting generally lower government pay, pension debts, and the need for skilled workers, urging balanced critique of unions and officials. It highlights widespread fiscal strain, ongoing partisan rhetoric, and calls for prudent reforms.
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Levinson Family Remarks On Husband’s Status
Christine Levinson says she is encouraged by reports that her husband Robert Levinson is alive and remains concerned for his safety. Levinson, a retired FBI agent, disappeared in March 2007 from Kish Island, Iran, as today marks Friday March 4, 2011 and the 63rd day of the year with 302 days remaining.
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Today in history inspire large-scale events in brief
On this date Abraham Lincoln became the 16th U S president in 1861. A 1908 fire at Lake View School Collinwood Ohio killed 172 children and three adults. In 2000 George W Bush challenged John McCain over education views and funding for negative ads ahead of Super Tuesday.
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Five reasons GOP should not fear a government shutdown
The Washington Examiner piece argues five factors shaping Republican views on a possible shutdown. It contrasts 1995 outcomes with today noting voter mood, leadership lessons from Boehner and Paxon, a different media landscape, and the current Obama presidency. It cites Clinton’s 1996 State of the Union and the Murrah bombing survivor as contextual anchors. Byron York assesses potential shifts in strategy and risk.
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Baytown Sun circulation hours and contact numbers
Baytown Sun readers receive the paper by early morning on weekdays and Sundays, with redelivery arranged by calling the circulation desk. The department operates Tuesday to Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sundays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Board includes Janie Gray as Editor Publisher and Angie Pagel as pyed Director.
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