Comprehensive bailout reform urged to end foreclosure crisis
The New York Newsday view argues the Obama administration has failed to curb foreclosures despite billions in federal funds. It calls for a comprehensive homeowner rescue, refinanced mortgages, and principal reductions, backed by lender incentives and possible legal changes, to stabilize neighborhoods and revive the economy amid rising polarization and protests.
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Newsday
New York
Obama
Uncle Sam
Fannie Mae
Freddie Mac
Washington
Garden City gas prices prompt online comment
An online post at GCTelegram.com responds to a Garden City price story noting gas in Garden City should not exceed Junction City. The item highlights Shelly Nelson of Early Detection Works West Kansas speaking on annual checkups, self exams, and mammograms to combat breast cancer.
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Garden City
Shelly Nelson
Kansas
Letters Policy From The Telegram To Readers
The Telegram invites signed letters under 500 words with writer address and phone for confirmation. Letters may be edited for libel and length and general in nature. Send to Attn Editor 310 N Seventh St Garden City KS 67846 or online at gctelegram.com.
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N. Seventh St
Garden City
Battle over debt ceiling exposes drive to cut military spending
The debt ceiling clash highlights a push to trim the deficit but foreshadows a fierce congressional fight over real budget cuts. The 12 member supercommittee faces at least 1.2 trillion dollars in reductions, with most focus on the military budget that has surged 81 percent since 9/11, while lawmakers seek loopholes to shield defense spending.
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National Nuclear Security Administration
Rob Portman
Ohio
Chris van Hollen
D-Md
Mike Mullen
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Robert Gates
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Jon Kyl
R-Ariz
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House Appropriations Committee
Senate
Iraq
Afghanistan
Veterans Affairs
U.S
Race cards, unity, and the 2008 election debate
Kathleen Parker argues against using race as a political tool in supporting Barack Obama. She criticizes leaders urging blacks to vote solely based on race, cites Joyner and Sharpton, and recalls Obama's 2008 race speech. The piece reflects on race, unity, and national progress amid a racially charged political climate.
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Obama
Tom Joyner
Joyner
al Sharpton
MSNBC
BlackAmericaWeb.com
Oil Giants Seek $135 Million Tax Refund in Texas
Texas refineries led by Valero Energy Corp claim retroactive tax relief for hydrotreaters installed to cut sulfur in gasoline. State environmental staff say on-site pollution reduction does not occur. Critics warn refunds would hit underfunded schools after Perry administration appointees push the plan.
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Texas
Valero Energy Corp
EPA
America
State Environmental Agency
Valero
Rick Perry
Perry
Beer bottle attack at United Wireless Arena prompts safety call
A concertgoer recounts a bottle being hurled from the arena summit hitting a couple and splashing them with beer during a Lynyrd Skynyrd ZZ Top show in Dodge City. The letter urges banning beer bottles at events and cites injuries, while sharing memorial scholarship memories and a college fundraiser boost.
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United Wireless Arena
Dodge City
Lynyrd Skynyrd
ZZ Top
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