Walling in hope for sane immigration policy in Washington
In Washington, Donald Trump threatens a government shutdown to pressure Democrats over the Great Wall of America. He now cites fairy funding, while the public bears the cost. Both sides misstate intentions as debate returns to the original border vision of a 30-foot concrete barrier across 2,000 miles. Ambrose notes the shift to a 700 mile plan with fences and repurposed old features.
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Critics argue walls will stop intruders and save money
The piece weighs in on walls and borders, citing prototypes of metal barriers and testing progress. It cites Israeli experience with walls reducing illegal crossings, a NAS study claiming potential self funding, and estimates of savings per stopped immigrant. It also cites George Borjas on economic costs of immigration and calls for policy shifts toward merit admissions and stricter visa enforcement. Jay Ambrose, Tribune News Service columnist, provides the analysis.
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Bluefield Daily Telegraph Masthead Details
News staff listings show Randy Moone as editor and Samantha Perry as publisher with Andy Patton as assistant managing editor. Charles Owens handles sports, and Brian Woodson contributes as editor. The line ends with a biblical proverb attributed to training a child.
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Princeton completes long awaited city hall move to 800 Bee Street
City hall in Princeton opens at the new municipal complex on 800 Bee Street after nearly four years of planning and phased relocation. Phase two will move police fire and recreation offices. development will follow. The project repurposes the former Dean Company site to boost city operations and local business activity.
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Patriotic values test amid Flynn and Moscow Tower rumors
Martin Schram notes a Christmas conundrum for Trump supporters as Emmet Sullivan references Flynn's FBI lie and Mueller investigations. The piece questions loyalties amid claims of a Moscow Trump Tower bid and Putin links, urging reflection on ethics and patriotism.
Bush Funeral Costs Wind Up Paying The Price
A reader argues that George H. W. Bush's funeral is excessively costly for taxpayers. They claim estimates exceed a half billion dollars and note a federal holiday for workers could add about 40 million, urging accountability and questioning government approval.
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