Pro and Con on Scrapping EPA Mileage Rules
Mark J. Perry argues against the CAFE standards citing higher car costs and limited consumer uptake. He supports market based mileage info and warns of limited impact without global participation and private sector innovation.
Don't scrap EPA standards says Kraft in defense of mileage rules
Michael E Kraft argues against dismantling the EPA vehicle mileage standards. He notes consumer choice remains broad within vehicle classes and highlights how standards reduce oil dependence, save fuel, improve air quality, and cut greenhouse gas emissions. He cites 54.5 mpg target for 2025 and ongoing automotive tech advances. He is professor emeritus at the University of Wisconsin Green Bay.
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Putin’s Ukraine gambit and American response
Charles Krauthammer argues Putin aims to restore Russian hegemony through aggression in Ukraine and warns against American inaction. He urges strong U S and EU support for Ukraine including a substantial loan package and IMF aid to prevent Moscow’s expansion and preserve European stability.
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Clinton 2016 Run Shapes a New Normal in U S Politics
Leonard Pitts Jr argues that a Hillary Clinton presidential bid could symbolize a national pivot toward change and away from a bygone norm. He notes Democrats showing overwhelming support, while Republicans fracture, and condemns the party's hostile response to progress on gay rights race and gender issues.
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