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The piece argues that despite doom-laden headlines, EPA data show progress: major air pollutants down about 25 percent in three decades, days with air standard violations fell from 10 percent in 1998 to 3 percent in 2001, and 95 percent of Americans live where drinking water meets standards. It cautions against overemphasizing negatives like beach closures and sprawl, noting better monitoring and positive indicators, while urging balanced policy and avoiding extremist framing.
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Free speech isn't free in McCain hearing on media power
Jacob Sullum argues Sen John McCain misunderstands the First Amendment in a Senate Commerce Committee session about campaign finance reform and radio censorship of the Dixie Chicks. The piece notes broadcasters face audience backlash and business costs when pulling music, while officials miscast private corporate choices as government censorship.
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World policing limits test U S power in Iraq critique
Stephen Chapman argues three months after the Iraq invasion the United States has become a confused overextended force losing momentum. He warns of rising costs casualties and a mounting global burden without a clear exit or plan to sustain a broader duty. Chapman notes failures in policy, overruns in manpower, and calls for reassessing commitments and funding.
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