Guest Editorial on Home and Community Based Services for the Frail Elderly
The piece argues officials should weigh savings beyond dollars when funding the Home and Community Based Services frail elderly program. It cites $37 million yearly cost and compares $2,700 monthly nursing home care to $1,060 for home services, noting monthly savings of over $7 million and a waiting list of over 100 eligible seniors. It contends staying in homes preserves independence and communities, urging full funding to cover all eligible people.
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Bill Graves
Kansas
Editorial guest views publish reader perspectives
Guest editorials present varied opinions for readers. Views are not necessarily those of The Herald or its editor.
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the Herald
Editorial Roundup on Fed Policy and Global Aid
The New York Times argues the Federal Reserve should slow the economy cautiously and Congress should avoid tax cuts that fuel inflation. The Dallas Morning News notes Texas CHIP and Medicaid hurdles but urges simpler enrollment and universal child health coverage. The Plain Dealer reviews fugitive investor Martin Frankel’s international flight and calls for stronger law enforcement cooperation, while Le Matin highlights Turkey's need for Western aid post Izmit earthquake and broader relief for Mitch and financial crises victims.
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The
New York Times
Federal Reserve
Federal Reserve Board
Fed
Clinton
Congress
Greenspan
San Antonio Express-News
Chip
Texas
Dallas Morning News
Bexar County
Texas Chip
No simple thanks for moms says psychologist
Vickie Hull quotes Dr. Jane Swigart on supporting mothers daily. A young mom describes the exhausting, rewarding routine of child care, chores, and staying home. She emphasizes love, respect, and visible help over questions about daily deeds. Hull notes motherhood as full time work and a vital life journey.
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Jane Swigart
Folly of power and war in the modern world
Charley Reese argues against expanding political and military power after noting Kosovo's devastation. He cites 1,500 cluster bombs, depleted uranium, and 500,000 mines, with casualty and hazard figures from the WHO and New York Times. He critiques elite interests and defends a cautious, realist stance on peace and governance.
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Kosovo
New York Times
World Health Organization
North Atlantic Treaty Organization
Saddam Hussein
Bill Clinton
Alexander Hamilton
Hamilton
Yugoslavia
Iraq
Charley Reese
Osoreese
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Martin R. Frankel
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Interpol
International Police Organization
le Matin
Lausanne
Switzerland
Turkey
Izmit
Japan
Ankara
Greece
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Lawrence
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Hull
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King Features Syndicate
Elfern, Jeff F
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Doonesbury
Garry Trudeau
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