War on drugs sparks heated plea for policy rethink
Milton Friedman challenges William Bennett in the Wall Street Journal, warning against harsher measures and foreign involvement. He argues legality creates profits for drug lords and undermines liberty, urging a reassessment of the drug war while noting public support and moral resistance to legalization. Americans crave victory without sacrificing civil liberties, yet fear a long, attritional battle.
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Voice of the people urges Dixon skatepark for youth
A Crystal River Florida grandmother writes to the editor praising local skateboarding in Sterling and Dixon youths. She laments the lack of a designated safe skate park in Dixon and urges the Dixon Park Board to provide one, noting existing facilities and the need for safe practice spaces.
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Lee County Buys Computer For 149500 In 1979
Lee County will own a computer at the cost of 149500. Board members approved the purchase by a 23 to 3 margin on Tuesday. Executive Committee investigated due to late tax cycle work by the current contractor. Treasurer Sharon Thompson noted total cost lower than lost interest from late billing.
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Federal pay is unfairly lagging wage growth nationwide
A Wyatt Corp report for the Office of Personnel Management finds federal wages trail private sector pay by about 14 percent across nearly all jobs. It recommends flexible, regionally adjusted salary systems, noting clerical roles show the widest regional gaps and cities like New York San Francisco and Los Angeles stand out. Implementing Wyatt's proposals could cost around 6 billion dollars in the first year, forcing Congress to balance worker equity with taxpayer costs.
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TV Guide cover swap sparks talk on Oprah figure
Michael Grant notes a Rupert Murdoch driven cover controversy as Oprah Winfrey is shown with Ann Margret's body on TV Guide. The piece jokes about magazine stunt images and the potential for more head swaps across publications while reflecting industry reactions.
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San Diego Union
Nolan Ryan Reaches 5000 Strikeouts With Rangers
The veteran pitcher, now 42 with the Texas Rangers, notches 5007 strikeouts in a winless game against Oakland. Despite age and a limited winning record, Ryan’s sustained fastball dominance and strikeout prowess anchor his mythic status in baseball history.
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