Prolonged Health Care Debate Shifts Toward Reform
The piece argues the Obama administration and Democratic lawmakers push a health care reform of sweeping reach with new mandates and tax changes. It contends Republicans will obstruct progress and constitutional challenges loom, while observers note a tilt toward a European welfare state. It also cites policy options like cross-state insurance, tax breaks for individuals, and Health Savings Accounts as alternatives.
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Let peace begin with me editorial stance
The Odessa American editorial page proclaims freedom as self-control and a gift from God, urging readers to promote liberty and responsible self-governance. It frames freedom within moral guides including the Coveting Commandment, the Golden Rule, and the Declaration of Independence, advocating adherence to these truths.
Stephen Chapman Steve blogs daily at News Blogs
Stephen Chapman writes a daily blog post for the Chicago Tribune site, sharing quick insights and updates from Chicago media and politics. The contribution highlights Chapman’s regular commentary and a link to chapman’s ongoing coverage.
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Obama education policy misreads schools using central control
The piece criticizes Arne Duncan's claim that revising No Child Left Behind will revolutionize education. It argues the U S system is too vast to overhaul quickly, cites stagnant or declining math and reading gains since 2002, and notes substantial federal spending without performance gains. It contrasts Race to the Top with NCLB, warning that larger federal involvement has repeatedly failed to improve outcomes.
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The lie of fiscal responsibility in health care reform
Guest column argues Democrats overstated budgetary benefits of the health care overhaul. It contends the bill worsens deficits long term despite claims of reducing debt, cites CBO scores, and warns of a fragile fiscal future. Suderman, Reason magazine associate editor, frames reform as costly and financially unsustainable.
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Education Foundation awards $80,000 in ECISD scholarships
The Odessa American praises the Education Foundation for providing eighty thousand dollars in scholarships to graduates from Ector County high schools. Readers are invited to contribute opinions via onletters oapa.com, noting a thumbs nomination.
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