Privacy fears rise over government use of data and tech
The debate centers on how advanced tools like video analysis license plate records and drone monitoring could erode privacy. Authors argue laws may not stop mass data collection, while others defend police and call for accountability and proper limits amid political rhetoric.
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From the Left Same Sex Unions and Attitudes Toward Marriage
A column reviews how rapid shifts in public opinion on gay marriage are normalizing same sex unions. Polls show a majority now support legal gay marriage, while opponents fade. Experts urge focusing on family stability, economic inequality, and shared responsibility to strengthen marriages.
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Fractured GOP debates safety and Obamacare split
Charles Krauthammer analyzes a divided Republican Party as tea party insurgents clash with establishment over two core fronts: national security and Obamacare funding. He argues isolationist versus internationalist tensions persist and warns that threats to shut down the government over defunding Obamacare are tactical rather than principled.
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JobsOhio board links spark ethics probe call
Ohio Ethics Commission may be asked to investigate after Laura Bischoff reported that six of nine JobsOhio directors sit on or are employed by firms that received state aid. Ed FitzGerald urges scrutiny while JobsOhio and Kasich allies deny conflicts. Readers urged to comment.
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Share Your Ideas Letters to Editors
Readers are invited to submit letters limited to 200 words or fewer for publication and potential editing. Include full name, address and daytime phone number. Send to edletter or postal address in Dayton Ohio.
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Fresh ideas on measuring growth from The American Conservative
The piece argues wealth comes from human innovation and larger populations may boost innovation, but it cautions that population growth can also incur costs that slow progress. It notes the need to analyze growth segments and resource exploitation effects on per capita wealth.
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