Stimulus spending debate spans jobs and debt
The New Haven Register notes stimulus programs total about 1 trillion dollars across homebuyer credits, Cash for Clunkers, and more, with 570 billion spent creating 1.4 to 3.3 million jobs, a cost per job over 172 thousand dollars. The Augusta Chronicle argues Americans tire of career politicians and urges citizen legislators over polished outsiders.
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Quotes on parade flag remarks at Mexican Fiesta event
Anonymous online comment on GCTelegram.com criticizes posts about the Mexican Fiesta in Garden City held on Sept 11, an anniversary of the U S attacks. Warren Devore of United Prairie Ag notes harvest kickoff will intensify through the weekend as regional activity ramps up.
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Halloween fright turns to political scare on Social Security
Martha Burk warns that privatizing Social Security is the real horror behind November ballots. She notes that privatization would raise poverty risks for elderly women, eliminate indexed benefits, and shift guarantees to private markets with high risk, urging voters to reject such plans in favor of a public system.
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Debate over American public schools and poverty impact
In this column William A. Collins argues U S schools, especially those serving minorities and the poor, lag behind Europe and East Asia due to poverty not teacher fault. He critiques policy fixes like busing magnet schools and zoning, warning redistribution of income may be required to improve outcomes. He notes current reforms, graded systems, and incentives may not close the gap.
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Obama targets Boehner amid a shifting political tide
The piece analyzes Democratic attempts to attack House Republican leader John Boehner, arguing his public image is weak and overshadowed by broader electoral trends. It notes polling showing low recognition, the White House strategy, and contrasts Boehner with Newt Gingrich.
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