Our View on tobacco bill shows politics not public good
The editorial denounces a revived tobacco settlement bill as a power grab and tax scheme likely to hit working families hardest. It argues the plan relies on continued smoking and would fund new programs, while a Republican add-on links revenue to ending the marriage penalty. It questions lawmakers’ motives and cites Bismarck on laws and sausages.
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U.S. Senate
America
Washington
Bismarck
Presidential privilege and the rule of law across presidencies
Thomas Lowell argues the core issue is whether presidential privilege exists and where it applies. He warns against creating new court made immunities and stresses the supremacy of law over political sentiment, noting future presidents may face different standards.
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Monica Lewinsky
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Monica
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Linda Tripp
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Geraldo
Lowell
Hoover Institution
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Saeay
Forstmann Walton pledge spurs urban school choice reform
CAL THOMAS argues entrepreneurs Ted Forstmann and John Walton will raise 200 million dollars to fund school choice for at least 50,000 urban poor children. He cites New York City and Washington programs, Milwaukee and Cleveland gains, and argues the education establishment resists reform while politics seek votes.
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Wisconsin
State Supreme Court
Howard Fuller
Milwaukee
Lawrence Stedman
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Stedman
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Walton
Moses
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