Government sells Ally stake ends auto bailout era
The U.S. Treasury sells its Ally Financial stake for a net $2.4 billion, ending six years of rescue efforts for the auto industry. TARP overall disbursed $426.4 billion and returned $441.7 billion with a $15.3 billion profit, while critics debate its costs and benefits amid a recovering economy.
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Editorial on Charlie Hebdo attacks and free speech
A Paris attack on Charlie Hebdo underscored the clash between radical Islam and liberal values. The piece defends free speech, condemns violence, cites past threats against critics of Islam, and supports ongoing public defense of press freedom from intimidation.
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Church eviction by county government shocks small town
In Plumas County California the Mt Lassen Community Church lost its Sunday services after a 30 day eviction notice from the county, amid charges of politicized decisions and shifting plans for a renovated recreation building and an old theater conversion for community use. The church faced relocation to a dilapidated hall with limited space for nursery and classes, prompting concerns over religious freedom and local governance.
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Letter Defends Immigration Law and Justice for All
Joan M Boue argues that U S immigration laws apply equally to all who wish to enter and condemns illega l border crossing. She cites Lady of Justice and the Statue of Liberty to urge lawful migration and dismisses claims that poverty justifies illegal entry.
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