Editorials in Democratic and Republican tax plans face off
The column surveys Buchanan Tsongas Brown and Perot, urging voters to demand real reforms rather than rely on magical fixes. It argues the voters must reclaim Congress, cut spending, and stop promising more than they can afford, rather than chasing unfunded solutions.
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Guest Opinion Presented Readers with Editorial Variety
A guest editorial column offers diverse viewpoints for readers, noting guest editorials do not necessarily reflect The Herald's official stance.
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Nobel economists push plan to spur economy
Six Nobel prize winning economists propose a course including cutting short term interest rates, tax credits for business investment, and larger transfers to state and local governments for public programs. The authors argue these steps would boost growth though political realities limit chances in Washington.
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Campaign musings on Clinton Bush race and media
The column riffs on Hillary Clinton remarks to Vanity Fair about Bush rumors, NY primary chaos, Brown comparisons to South Africa, and the media’s brokered conventions fantasy. It recalls past nominating fights, noting unnamed "elders" and lingering voter apathy, urging calm amid speculation.
None of the candidates satisfy Slats Grobnik in a skeptical election view
Slats Grobnik voices strong distrust of both major parties and all leading figures. He rejects Clinton Brown Bush Perot and others, saying no one fits and that he would vote for no one who is perfect, insisting the system offers only flaws and self interest.
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