Editorial condemns vigilantism over Carthage beating
A guest editorial condemns the Carthage assault on a man mistaken for a rapist, noting the attackers' Hispanic appearance and including questions about race influencing violence. It argues against lynching, urges courage to welcome new ideas and workers, and warns against broad racial prejudice in Chanute.
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Medicare changes face strong opposition from editors
The Cleveland Plain Dealer notes opponents attack the plan to peg Medicare deductions to income but argues the Senate Finance Committee initiative deserves to proceed. It calls means testing and a sliding scale of out of pocket costs for beneficiaries essential amid rising costs and deficits.
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Nothing like a ringing endorsement
A satirical piece by Cleon Rickel critiques corporate automated phone systems at Acme Enterprises. It parodies endless menu prompts, robotic responses, and corporate arrogance, highlighting misused time and customer frustration with a barrage of nonsensical, jumbled lines.
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Mental not money by John Cunniff AP Business Analyst
The piece argues that stock rises stem from mass psychology beyond technical insight. It highlights retirement fears and hopes, fund flows into 401k plans, and the belief the economy is strong, fueling investor confidence and greed while managers resist cutting positions.
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Clinton slavery apology critique from Charley Reese
A reader letters Charley Reese criticizes Bill Clinton for considering an apology for slavery and accuses him of hypocrisy. The writer argues Americans must face the true cost of slavery, defends antebellum actions, and condemns modern demagoguery while dismissing Clinton’s stance and mockingly cites race relations. Reese’s email is OSCreese aol.com. sia
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