Labor Day as the real New Year and political quips
A year-end column blends humor with political hot takes on Congress, Obama, Cruz, Christie, and public figures, noting Labor Day as a symbolic reset while reflecting on elections, rhetoric, and public sentiment.
Obama mulls Syria action as Congress reconvenes
The weakened president in the Rose Garden signals limits on executive power and delays on Syria action until Congress meets on September 9. He faces questions over authority for a strike, while Putin appears more decisive and Kerry’s push is undercut by congressional delay.
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Lobbyists Should Not Receive Public Pensions
An Associated Press report notes at least 20 states allow professional lobbyists to collect public pensions. The piece argues such arrangements inflate benefits, are a misallocation of taxpayer money, and undermine pension solvency, urging reform and bans on future hires.
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Doonesbury DEAR DOCTOR K Hearing aid guidance
Dear Doctor K explains two hearing aids often needed for bilateral loss. Two aids improve binaural processing, voice separation, sound localization, and allow lower volumes with reduced feedback. A trial option may help decide on either one or two devices. Dr Komaroff notes progress over 30 years.
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