Our own citizenship on a silver platter
The writer argues that most Americans owe citizenship to luck of birth, not tests, and compares this to immigrants. He questions double standards and notes how ethnic groups once admitted then oppose others. A reader from Centerville favors stricter measures and harsher penalties for Ariel Castro.
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Ohio Medicaid cost debate spurs questions on savings
Reader letters challenge a report claiming Ohio could add 275000 poor residents to Medicaid and still save money by capping cost growth at 4 percent. They reject assumptions of 7.2 percent annual growth and warn of unintended risks, urging prudence and fiscal restraint.
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Misinfo, Deficits, and Democratic Truths in Action
Paul Krugman criticizes the public’s persistent misperceptions about the budget deficit. He cites Achen and Bartels’ 1996 findings and Hal Varian’s Google survey showing most voters misjudge deficit trends. The piece highlights misinformation from both parties and urges continued truth-telling to counter flawed beliefs.
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Ohio heartbeat abortion bill returns to House
The heartbeat bill reappears in Ohio politics as two representatives push a version banning abortion after fetal heartbeat detection. Despite past House passage, the measure stalled in the Senate with critics fearing court challenges and warning it may face legal obstacles from groups like Ohio Right to Life. Gov Kasich faces re election pressures.
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Clown in Obama Mask Sparks Political Debate
Kathleen Parker argues the rodeo clown act was not a hate crime but exposes deeper racial tensions. She notes the incident drew national scrutiny, with varied reactions from politicians and civil groups while urging calmer political expression for the sake of future generations.
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Slate explores liability for parents who opt out of vaccination
The Journal of Law Medicine and Ethics debates legal accountability for parents who choose not to vaccinate. Bioethicist Arthur L Caplan notes a legitimate state sanctioned choice does not shield the parent from consequences for others. He argues a parent who endangers another child could be charged or sued for damages.
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