Editorial urges naming juveniles in forcible felonies
The piece argues Iowa should publicly identify juveniles involved in violent crimes including murder and other forcible felonies. It notes legal delays and cross state issues, supports Gov Branstad’s call for disclosure, and contends rehabilitation is unlikely for murder cases.
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Lobbying push spoiled top suspect Newt Gingrich
The piece portrays Senate Republicans led by George Mitchell and House leader Newt Gingrich as blocking a lobbying disclosure bill. Clinton's deficit and NAFTA push are deemphasized by GOP tactics cited as pressuring lawmakers. The Charleston-era style column predicts voter reaction on November 8.
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George Mitchell
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Georgia
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Congressional Quarterly
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Gift of a Lifetime Honor surpasses Nobel in a retirement tribute
A physician retires after 30 years of practice as colleagues and patients gather for a quiet, heartfelt tribute. A father presents a hand-made weather vane and his daughter a card, symbolizing a bond of love and gratitude that modern medicine often eclipses with acronyms and bureaucracy.
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Shalala Top Ten Reasons to Keep Health Reform Alive
A Washington Post column adapts Donna Shalala’s top ten reasons supporting health care reform. It cites rising costs, rising uninsured numbers, employer coverage declines, price shifts, and pre existing conditions, ending with public support and Twain’s quip about reform’s death.
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National Movement For Health Reform
Newsweek Magazine
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Clinton
Congress
Secretary of Health and Human Services
Harry
Louise
Igton Post
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