Legislative Finance Committee highlights general fund spending
The 2013 post session review outlines $5.9 billion in general fund spending across 144 state agencies for FY14. Major areas include public schools at $2.5 billion, health and human services at $1.6 billion, and public safety at $377.5 million. Medicaid totals rise to $4.4 billion with federal support, while transportation nears $875 million and higher education receives $790 million.
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Brazil's Rousseff Reaches for Reforms Amid Protests
Editorial notes Dilma Rousseff relents to protests with targeted reforms while Erdogan holds firm and Gezi Park plans stall. It argues Rousseff's newness and Brazil hosting the next World Cup spur a conciliatory approach to unrest.
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Snowden seeks asylum path through Cuba and Venezuela
The article traces Edward Snowden's travel from Hong Kong to Russia and his reported aim for political asylum in Ecuador. It notes Assange's commentary, compares Snowden to Ellsberg, and cites concerns over human rights records in the involved states including Ecuador Cuba and Venezuela.
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Puritanical Government Restrictions on Drinking and Driving
The piece argues that government restricts personal choices more than needed, noting DUI focus on alcohol rather than behavior. It questions lowering blood alcohol limits to .08 and then .05, suggests punishment for reckless driving, and cites data on declining alcohol related and non alcohol driving deaths. It emphasizes cautious stance on drinking and driving.
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Doonesbury Berry Health Primer on Antioxidants in Berries
Berry season highlights include strawberries, raspberries, blueberries and blackberries rich in water and fiber. Anthocyanins in berry skins provide antioxidants that protect cells and DNA, with darker berries offering higher levels. Wild berries often have more antioxidants than cultivated varieties.
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