Madison County class action reform debate targets lawsuit venue
OUR VIEW argues Madison County Illinois exemplifies a nationwide class action surge. It cites rising filings from 1998 to 2000, a shift toward federal handling, and poll data supporting reform to curb perceived abuses while preserving legitimate suits.
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Public Forum Address for Odessa American Letters
Odessa American invites public opinion on local issues. Send letters to Public Forum at PO Box 2952 Odessa TX 79760 or via fax 915-333-7742 or online at onletters link.freedom.com for publication consideration.
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Will’s prose and reasoning redefine political commentary
Steve Chapman reflects on George Will as a formative influence, praising his literary style and principled critique. The column honors Will’s impact on journalism, noting his influence beyond partisan lines and his role in shaping modern commentary. Chapman recalls discovering Will on the Washington Post and credits him with inspiring a career in opinion writing.
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Democrats money myths challenged by CRP study
Mona Charen summarizes a Center for Responsive Politics analysis of 1.6 million political contributions in 2002. The study finds Republicans drew more from small donors while Democrats dominated large gifts, challenging common depictions of party fundraising. It notes soft money shares and questions the assumed link between abortion stance and female votes.
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