Corporations Are People Says Romney at Iowa Fair
Pittsburgh columnist Reg Henry recounts Mitt Romney’s Iowa State Fair quip that corporations are people. He notes the crowd’s reception and reflects on how the remark shifts views on corporate personhood and campaign funding.
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Cluefield Baily Telegraph Editor Names and Roles
News Editor Cluefield Baily Telegraph announces staff: Sports Editor Darryl Hudson Publisher Andy Patton Brian Woodson Samantha Perry managing editor Bill Archer Charles Owens senior editor City Editor. Psalm verse cited in closing.
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Reprieve on WV utility rates as companies seek cuts
West Virginia public utility scrutiny shows Bluefield residents paid the state’s highest bills in 2010 at 308.37 monthly, while Morgantown averaged 253.53. Mountaineer Gas and Bluefield Gas request rate decreases to ease families, with commercial cuts larger and a target effective date of November 1.
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Letters to the editor promote responsible citizenship over partisan noise
A reader critiques Mr Shott with Aug 9 op ed on constitutional limits and partisan rhetoric. The writer argues responsible citizens place country ahead of party, respect diverse views, and question ideologue certainty, praising broad political dialogue in the paper.
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Speeding problem on Cumberland Road cited by reader
A reader from Bluefield argues speeding on Cumberland Road and at the Kirk Street corner risks accidents. He says stop signs are ignored by drivers to Holly Hills and the liquor store. The writer accuses Bluefield Police Department of neglect and failing to target speeders.
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When kindness and honesty clash in daily talk
A personal essay on how compliments can pressure others and shape behavior in family life. The author reflects on remarks about cooking, being “one of the boys,” and “lovely,” and how timing and context change their impact. She notes the need for honest, respectful dialogue with children and peers while seeking real connection.
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