Census Duplication of Bureau Data Cited by Critics
In a plainspoken critique a writer argues the Census Bureau duplicates figures already available from the Bureau of Employment Security. The letter questions why two federal agencies should collect and store similar employment data and why sampling is needed when a complete count could exist. The piece asserts wasteful overlap wastes taxpayer money and fuels federal bloat.
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Census Bureau
Bureau of Employment Security Office
The laugh's on us by Dan McEldowney
A humorous meditation on everyday mishaps that upset us yet invite laughter. The piece lists small frustrations from a missed dial tone to slipping garments and faulty appliances, painting life as a string of relatable annoyances and mischievous ironies that provoke rueful smiles.
Women Crime Rise Sees Women Drive More Offenses
A long charge of rising female crime profiles women embezzlers, counterfeiters and drug offenders, with stats showing sharp jumps in arrests and serious offenses. The piece notes government debate on recession remedies and cites Mead on women’s evolving criminal ruthlessness as it recounts cases across states and FBI highlights.
Tax rebate debate shadows Ford energy program impacts
The piece weighs optimism and doubt on the Ford energy rebate program, arguing it may increase mortgage access and housing activity while not aiding Detroit. It questions whether rebates spur purchases or are saved to weather future conditions, notes potential inflation, higher energy taxes, and possible higher interest rates, and flags possible discriminatory effects and uncertain car sales.
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Detroit
Ford
FBI Probe Ends Postmaster General Klassens Tenure
Postmaster General Ted Klassen resigns amid FBI inquiry into contracts and payments. FBI confirms charges of conflict of interest over a $22,917 Segal Co payment for postal business, with prosecution expected by the Justice Department. House subcommittee findings cited circumvention of regulations and waste in contracting. Bailar named acting postmaster general. Bailliar tied to prior dealings. Reports also flag lawmakers’ furniture purchases under depreciation rules, listing 53 departing congressmen with prices and details.
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Charles Burnaford
Klassen’s
Burnaford
Klassen
House
Charles Wilson
D-Calif
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Charles Chamberlain
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