Editorial: Please explain tax increases axes are not evil
Tax increases are not inherently bad as government funding supports essential services. Yet this year a $200,000 home may face about $125 more in taxes amid growing property values and sales tax receipts. City and county budgets rely on new funds, but a clearer plan for the general fund and reserve usage is needed to justify higher mill levies.
Right Wing War on Journalism Tests Media Integrity
Leonard Pitts argues that the attempted hoax against MSNBC host Rachel Maddow signals a dangerous escalation in efforts to discredit journalism. He highlights how fake documents aim to trap reporters, undermine credibility, and threaten democracy, warning media must defend truth amid political attacks.
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Wyden Sees Tax Reform Shaped by Partisan Process
Senator Wyden criticizes the GOP bid to overhaul the tax code as a partisan effort likely to fall short of fixing all of what ails the rotting carcass. He notes Democratic limits, dynamic scoring doubts, and Mnuchin’s cautious stance while highlighting wage growth and job data amid broad reform talk.
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