Our View on Pork: Names Won’t End Earmarks
The piece argues that forcing disclosure of earmark sponsors and posting conference reports online will not curb pork-barrel spending. It cites skepticism from Citizens Against Government Waste and criticizes voters and lawmakers for enabling pork. It argues accountability is possible but unlikely to eradicate the practice, noting Bush’s stance and the short public attention span.
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Pulitzer Prize 1988 Winner From Odessa Freedom
The Odessa Freedom announces Patrick Canty as winner with publisher John Kerr editor Ken Brodnax editor emeritus Bill Salter and editorial leadership highlighting the award notification.
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Freedom and self control guide a moral American creed
The text proclaims freedom as a divine gift and personal self control essential to human development. It frames freedom as aligned with moral guides such as the Coveting Commandment the Golden Rule and the Declaration of Independence. It rejects political anarchy and emphasizes individual responsibility.
Unemployment puzzles in South Africa and beyond
The Economist notes South Africa’s official unemployment at 26 percent, with higher real rates possible. High minimum wages above productivity reduce hiring incentives, while strong job protections deter new hires. Germany’s high job protection contrasts the US, where firing is easier. Politicians seek benefits that cost others, pushing costs onto business and harming job longevity and growth. Companies relocate or shrink to escape burdens, risking losses of jobs and tax revenue.
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How to get better health care by Arnold Kling
Arnold Kling argues that health policy debates rely on solutions without addressing core problems. He urges public education on trends, constraints, and trade offs, and favors state level experimentation over sweeping national shifts. He notes rising costs, physician specialization, and information gaps between doctors and patients, and calls for a measured, conversation driven approach to reform.
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Nile Miller Advances to National Spelling Bee
Andrews resident Nile Miller earns advancement to the National Spelling Bee amid community support. Readers may email letters on freedom.com with a thumbs nomination to share opinions on topics of interest.
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