Whose ex and the Fifth Amendment rights clash
In our opinion Whose ex The piece critiques Gov Milton Shapp and press secretary Edward Mitchell for pressuring state employees to answer questions while invoking the Fifth Amendment It argues employees should not be punished for exercising constitutional protection and warns that rights must function equally for all citizens regardless of political
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Inflation and recession fears reshape economic outlook
A New York AP report notes inflation may yield to recession as the economy shows early signs of price declines in some commodities and softer demand. Ford and Townsend clash over policy, while economists warn of a looming downturn as consumer confidence hits multi year lows. A reader call to action targets PennDOT officials follows.
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Press fight over Shuster buyout and staff turmoil
Washington gossip and watchdog notes recount Rep. Bud Shuster’s bid to buy a Bedford Gazette stake to quiet coverage of stock dealings. The piece details his denial of impropriety, staff firings, a separate GSA reverse discrimination claim, Thurmond’s tuition aid scare, and Wolff’s narcotics inquiry with upcoming hearings.
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Electric car ads spark future transport debate
A Wall Street Journal snippet touts an electric car at 2390 with immediate delivery. It argues gasoline vehicles burden the economy and environment, cites Argonne batteries boosting power and range to 100 miles, and predicts rapid battery and car improvements within four years.
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Wailers to Blame for High Prices says utilities tax burden
Opinion column argues Philadelphia Electric must seek a 136 million annual rate hike while 71.5 million of that is for taxes. It contends utilities are tax collectors, not taxpayers, and questions taxing both liquor and utility businesses. The piece laments government revenue schemes and consumer pass-through.
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