Social Security Trust Fund Debate Hits Political Echos
The piece ties George W. Bush's 2000 fundraiser rhetoric to later Social Security concerns, arguing the tax cuts for the wealthy contrast with warnings of a cash negative trust fund. It cites economists like Dean Baker and Paul Krugman, notes Treasury bonds as the fund’s backing, and credits analysts including Kevin Drum and Gene Lyons for counterpoints.
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Today in history and notable birthdays and events
On this day in 2011 the calendar notes Roentgen discovery of X rays in 1895, Kennedy victory in 1960, and a 2002 UN Security Council Iraq disarmament timeline. Birthdays include Halley Stoker Mitchell Barnard Robbinson Ramsay Posey Covington Lowndes.
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Every Day Debate on Planned Parenthood and Human Life
Kathryn Lopez argues Planned Parenthood enjoys substantial funding while facing fraud and abuse questions. She cites statements by Charmaine Yoest and discusses abortion’s impact on community and gender relations, urging a return to traditional human partnership.
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Baytown Sun Staff Directory Update
Ted Poe represents District 2 with contact line 202-456 Fax and 966-426-6565 for inquiries. Publisher Janie Gray oversees operations with Angie Pages and the Baytown Sun website baytownsun.com for reader engagement.
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