Kansas politics shows clash of conservatism and fiscal reality
The piece contrasts Sen Pat Roberts trailing independent Greg Orman with the Kansas governor race where Sam Brownback's tax cuts sparked a revenue crisis. It notes credit downgrades, a drained rainy day fund, and unprecedented GOP defections to Paul Davis, highlighting frontier versus evangelical conservatism and accountability gaps in governance. It cites remarks from Wint Winter and Ed Rolfs about tax cuts reducing revenue.
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Misassignment of blame for California tax revenue trends
Editorial argues S&P misattributes tax revenue declines to income inequality and credits Proposition 30 for revenue rebound. It cites California's rising tax burden, the end of the Great Recession, and housing recovery as main factors, and calls for disciplined state spending rather than higher taxes. Published by the Orange County Register.
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Liberal critics weigh in on Hillary 2016 bid
The piece cites liberal figures and donors who doubt Hillary Clinton should run in 2016. It notes wealthy supporters who helped fund Ready for Hillary, and quotes critics from Joan Walsh to Brian Schweitzer and others questioning her populist credibility and ties to Obama.
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Understanding Astigmatism And Its Corrective Options
Astigmatism arises when the cornea has an irregular oval shape causing light to scatter and blur vision. It is common and usually correctable with glasses or contact lenses. LASIK surgery is another option with typically quick recovery.
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