Immigration fix could ease US financial woes
Letters argue reforming immigration and enforcement would cut deficits, curb illegal immigration, limit foreign student admissions, and favor U.S. workers. One writer cites 4-5% unemployment as acceptable, while another condemns Affordable Care Act and praises safety inspections of amusement rides. A reader defends doorstep delivery over cluster mailboxes.
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Three fresh faces drive GOP push to shut down
The article profiles Rand Paul Ted Cruz and Marco Rubio as young Republican leaders visiting Iowa aiming for 2016. It notes their average age and Washington tenure, their push to force government funding fights over Obamacare, and mixed reactions from colleagues and Democrats as the party confronts the shutdown strategy.
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NPR host Scott Simon shares death of mother on social media
NPR host Scott Simon drew attention by publicly posting from his mother Patricia Lyons Simon Newman Gilband 84 who died July 29 in Chicago. The posts sparked debate on life, death, and social media, with Simon saying his mother was touched by the global support and interviews discussing his decision are at NPR.org.
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Hillary Clinton fascination and political critique in column
Jonah Goldberg argues the public is obsessed with Hillary Clinton but she remains an uneven political figure. He contrasts Bill and Barack Obama, questions her independent achievements, and critiques the notion of her inevitability in American politics.
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British arts funding framed as venture capital for growth
The Atlantic reports Culture Secretary Maria Miller argues state funding for the arts should be treated as venture capital to boost the British brand. She says culture can leverage economic growth and serve as Britain’s cultural diplomacy, enhancing soft power in trade and investment.
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