Editorial on abortion policy and contraception debate
The piece argues abortion cannot be resolved by compromise and frames pro choice versus pro life positions. It urges contraception as a broader solution, noting rising world population and the need for practical steps beyond protests while stressing shared responsibility of men and women. Jim Hitch
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Guest Opinion Editorial Note Clarifies Editorial Roles
Guest editorials present diverse viewpoints for reader consideration and do not necessarily reflect The Herald's official stance. The note explains that opinions voiced are those of contributors and not the newspaper's endorsement.
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Morning in America revisited in 1990s inequality debate
A retrospective on ten years since Morning in America notes that the 1980s expansion did not spread gains evenly, with the top 1 percent capturing about 60 percent while poverty rose. The administration kept the report quiet, but calls grow for urgent political action and debate on education trade defense taxation and policy.
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Social Security myths and facts explored by experts
A guest column from The Seniors Coalition presents rebuttals to common Social Security myths. The piece cites Robert J. Myers’s analysis of pay as you go versus funded financing, the 1935 and 1939 acts, and long term solvency, noting figures like a $47 billion fund balance and projected 4.2 years of outgo in 25 years.
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Bush Presidency as a Mechanic Between Perot and Johnson
The piece argues Ross Perot is neither liberal nor conservative but shares traits with Bush, who is described as valuing process over conviction. It contrasts Perot’s consensus rhetoric with Bush’s belief in pliant governance, citing Mullins and Wildavsky on Bush’s procedural style and cabinet favoritism, and suggesting Bush’s lack of strong policy drives may define his presidency.
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