Budget battle over Bush plan calls for spending cap
Readers urge a federal spending brake if the White House refuses to curb outlays. The Bush proposal of 2.23 trillion dollars over five years is criticized for deficit widening, with emphasis on tax cuts for the rich and funding military and homeland security without clear war costs or contingency funds. A balanced budget or cap is urged.
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Survey on Federal Spending Cap Favors Fiscal Discipline
Public poll shows 96 percent support a government spending cap to enforce fiscal responsibility while 4 percent oppose. The brief survey notes strong approval across respondents, with 24 a 4 percent details unclear.
Diplomatic rift over Iraq fuels ongoing war buildup
An undiplomatic riff criticizes President Bush's Iraq strategy and NATO plans. It mocks European allies, Europe's two blocs, and Turkey, noting U.S. reliance on nonmilitary partners while accusing Washington of unilateral aims and UN credibility failures.
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Broom the corn away and raise some ethanol instead
The United States has spent billions subsidizing agricultural exports for two decades with little gain as grain and oilseed exports stagnate and prices stay below costs. Brazil and Argentina now near or exceed U.S. soybean output. The essay urges shifting policy toward local value addition and away from broad export expansion to boost farm prosperity.
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Renewables Could Transform Midwest Farm Economy
Mark Muller of the Institute for Agriculture and Trade Policies argues renewable energy, including wind and biomass, can revitalize farming communities by boosting corn prices near ethanol plants and creating up to 200,000 jobs and $20 billion in activity by 2020. Local ownership and public policy support are key to success.
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