High court overload demands action from justices
The Gazette notes Supreme Court justices return to work amid heavy workload concerns. Stevens and Marshall call attention to too many cases and insufficient oral argument, urging a planned Court study and possible Congress action to relieve the strain on justice.
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Senate approves Debt Collection Act to chase federal default
The Senate passed a bill to aid debt collection aiming to recover up to 20 billion over five years. It requires applicants to provide a Social Security number and lets agencies hire private collectors. The measure also allows IRS to share tax debts with agencies, targeting high-defaulters and reducing abuse of programs.
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Israel faces moral siege after Beirut massacre
The article profiles President Yitzhak Navon and Prime Minister Begin as Israel grapples with self judgment after Beirut. It notes Navon’s plea for unity and moral accountability, while Begin rejects charges yet accepts responsibility if proven, as Israelis confront guilt, victims, and the nation’s soul.
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ADC inequities and Regis 25 year tribute letters
Readers debate ADC child support responsibilities in divorced families and taxpayer burdens. A Regis High School anniversary tribute thanks staff and students. The letter also corrects CBS 60 Minutes retirement figures comparing federal civil service pensions to Social Security.
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When Does an Unborn Child Become a Living Being
A pro life reading argues Scripture shows the fetus is a living person in the womb. It cites Jeremiah, Isaiah, Luke and Genesis to claim God knows, calls by name, and plans for the unborn, urging careful Bible interpretation through spiritual rebirth.
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