Campaign trail tactics shape Obama push for agenda
Obama travels to promote budget and immigration plans as Republicans push back. Polls show GOP blame and Democratic edge, with history noting similar road show strategies by Clinton and Reagan to pressure lawmakers and shape public opinion.
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Bring back the good old days in a changing economy
The editorial reflects on rising costs and stagnant wages for middle class Americans. It notes payroll tax hikes, higher gasoline and groceries, and health insurance, while mortgage foreclosures depress home prices. It predicts persistent economic instability and urges frugality and perseverance.
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Christie’s record touted as conservative triumph in blue state
A syndicated column lauds New Jersey Governor Chris Christie for reversing a 2.2 billion deficit to a 300 million surplus in fiscal 2014, enacting bipartisan pension reforms, cutting 5,200 government jobs, vetoing tax increases, and limiting property taxes. It notes his high 74 percent approval in a Democratic stronghold and contrasts with CPAC’s snub over his stance on Obama aid after Super Storm Sandy.
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Dear Doctor K Explains Colonoscopy Prep And Process
The doctor describes how a colonoscopy checks the colon lining for abnormalities and polyps. Prep involves clear liquids and a large PEG solution to flush the colon, with recent guidelines allowing split dosing to ease the cleanse.
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March 6 1933 Bank Holiday Begins to Calm Depositors
On March 6 1933 President Franklin D Roosevelt declared a national bank holiday to calm panicked depositors as part of measures to stabilize the financial system. The event aimed to restore public confidence and prevent further bank runs.
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Roswell Residents Named Citizens of the Year by Gun Rights Group
Charles Dudley Fuller, 76, and K E Teston of Roswell are honored as Citizens of the Year by the Citizens Committee for the Right to Keep and Bear Arms for their efforts to defend the Second Amendment. Chairman Alan Gottlieb applauds their work and Fuller notes 15 years of affiliation with the committee.
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