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Newspaper
Harlingen Valley Star
Location
Harlingen, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 19, 2016
Page
4
The Orange County Register argues Gallup polls show government as the top national problem for a second year, ahead of economy, unemployment, and immigration. It notes rising government concern under Obama, and urges voters to demand more personal and economic freedom in 2016 and beyond.
Norma Christian argues for accountability in government over medical fault lines. She reflects on her daughter’s rare heart condition and a surgery that succeeded, contrasting it with politicians who plead ignorance and face little consequence. She urges voting and responsibility to ensure competent leadership.
Johann Hari argues that harsher drug prohibition drives stronger drug markets. The iron law of prohibition means as enforcement rises, milder drugs disappear and hard versions like heroin dominate the illegal supply. He cites OxyContin and Percocet as examples, notes legalization shifts, and urges ending prohibition to reduce risk.
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