Health care reform chaos mars Senate process
Daily Telegraph columnist James H. Smokey Shott criticizes the Senate leadership and the push for a health care reform bill. He cites rushed schedules before Christmas, partisan tactics, and deals to secure votes, arguing the plan is chaotic, costly, and not truly reform. He notes public polling showing limited support and urges bipartisan, modest legislation.
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Local notice names staff and editor credits
Bluefield Baily Telear and Samantha Perry are listed as managing editors with sports editor Woody Patton and Brian Woodson among the staff. The page includes a religious quote from Philippians 4 4 and a wall name reference to Wall Archer and Charles Cavens.
Community Christmas Tree raises over twenty five thousand
The Little Jimmie campaign powered by the Daily Telegraph reaches the $25,000 mark as 630 plus children gather at Herb Sims Youth Center for the 51st edition. Volunteers, sponsors and the late Tom Colley are honored for decades of service with a second bag distribution day added due to weather and ongoing need. Santa arrives at noon with toys, books and meals, while Don Whitt and Bill Archer headline the event.
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Little Jimmie shines for region and nation
Sam Lester of Tazewell Va praises the Bluefield Daily Telegraph for its Little Jimmie program, calling it a remarkable achievement over 90 years. He offers Merry Christmas and Happy New Year and thanks servicemen abroad, praising liberty and praying for their safety.
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Daily Telegraph invites letters on public issues
The Daily Telegraph will publish letters on matters of public interest. Letters must include signature, address and phone number. Submit your opinion about a public issue by e mail to editor bdtonline com.
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Obama Christmas in White House brings debt and health reform debate
Dan K. Thomasson assesses President Obama’s first White House Christmas amid concerns over the national debt, costs of health care reform, and the political battles ahead. He notes Medicare projections and potential long term deficits, the midterm elections, and partisan tensions as Democrats push for reform while Republicans resist.
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