Tax-mageddon threatens economy amid tax policy standoff
United States Senate and President Barack Obama face a year-end deadline to avert massive tax hikes projected to hit 25 million middle income earners via the AMT and extend dozens of expiring tax provisions. The piece notes higher capital gains and dividend taxes, the death tax, and new health reform surcharges, with Republicans urging extension of current rates while warning of reduced investment and job creation if inaction continues. Hutchison of Texas is cited as a Republican voice supporting pro growth reform.
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Counting column errors claimed by readers
Mike Gunning’s May 15 column drew reader comments on counted errors. Collin Nethery, a Sterling High School junior, notes counting 130 errors and acknowledges potential word-splitting issues. He says he counted wrong words but not grammar mistakes and provides a spell checked note.
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Letters to the Editor on spelling and English rules
Robert Halloway and Penny Garcia critique a May 15 2012 article for errors noting miscounts and teaching gaps. Dawn Singletary and Bryan Nethery praise the column’s challenge and express amusement and obsessive urge to correct.
Baytown volunteers thanked for fairs and youth project support
The Baytown Sun editorial staff thanks volunteers after the Chambers County Youth Project Show and Baytown Fair and Rodeo. Students gain life skills like responsibility, marketing, communication and record keeping, aided by generous local funding from citizens, corporations, and organizations.
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Homestead Act signed by Lincoln in 1862 landmark history
Today in history marks Abraham Lincoln signing the Homestead Act granting free land to Western settlers. Noted events include Lindbergh’s 1927 solo trans Atlantic departure, 1961 Freedom Riders attack, and 2006 Nouri al Maliki becoming Iraq prime minister. Birthdays span Balzac to Busta Rhymes with sports and quotes.
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