Are We American Citizens or Consumers in 2012
Mark Shields argues that America has shifted from citizen duty to consumerism. He critiques political leaders for avoiding shared sacrifice, contrasts Kennedy era calls for service with modern tax politics, and urges citizens to reclaim obligations beyond rights. He cites Bush Obama Romney dynamics and calls for equal sacrifice in war and national solvency.
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Congress pushes new cyber spying bill HR3523
The piece warns HR3523 the Cyber Intelligence Sharing and Protection Act would let companies spy on users and share private data with the government and others with near immunity. It alleges the law would create a legal free zone and expand government surveillance beyond current warrants and laws.
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Ryan budget risks American decline says CBO analysis
Joe Conason argues the Ryan plan would cripple the federal government by 2050 with deep cuts across law enforcement, science, environment, education, and infrastructure while defense grows. He cites a CBO report prepared for Ryan showing federal spending collapsing to 3.75 percent of GDP, leaving little for social programs or essential functions.
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Pancreatic neuroendocrine cancer treatment updates
A 55 year old man with pancreatic neuroendocrine tumor learns about tumor types and new FDA approved therapies. The two targeted drugs sunitinib and everolimus offer more precise action than standard chemotherapy and may extend life, while surgery remains a primary option for certain cases.
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Citizens of the Month named at East Grand Plains Elementary
East Grand Plains Elementary announces January 1987 Citizens of the Month. Recipients include Bianca Perez and Peter Recalde in sixth grade, Monica Cardenas and Sam Wheatley in fifth grade, Mark Wheatley Christie Williams in fourth, Minerva Lanier Rebecca Linton in third, Crystal Gaudera Valerie Montez in second, Juan DeLaTorre Shawna McCarty and Keri Jo Vandeveer in first, Alma Salas and Monica Mendoza in kindergarten.
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Bianca Perez
Peter Recalde
Monica Cardenas
Sam Wheatley
Mark Wheatley
Christie Williams
Minerva Lanier
Rebecca Linton
Crystal Gaudera
Valerie Montez
Juan DeLaTorre
Shawna McCarty
Keri Jo Vandeveer
Alma Salas
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Monica Mendoza
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