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Ken Freestone: A lifelong citizen and Holland council candidate
Aubrey Freestone Garcia and Cody Freestone honor their father Ken Freestone a dedicated community steward and candidate for Holland City Council. The piece highlights his civic work from 1993 to 1997, local efforts on Windmill Island and Eighth Street concerts, environmental advocacy, and global ties through Sister City programs.
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Cody Freestone
Holland City
Medical spending share rising yet not inherently alarming
Paul F. deLespinasse analyzes GDP allocations showing health care rose from 5 percent in 1960 to 18 percent today, noting efficiency issues in the U S system. He argues for a single payer to cut administrative costs, warns about wage-offsetting effects, and urges public education on hidden employer payments and tax impacts. He is professor emeritus at Adrian College.
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Quincy Byrd praised for integrity and inclusion in Holland
Pamela Valkema endorses Quincy Byrd in Holland City Council race highlighting his morals, community devotion, and experiences with homelessness. She notes his vote on LGBTQ inclusion stemmed from seeking exemptions for Christian groups and nonprofits, urging voters that his minority background and diverse views would benefit Holland.
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