Reform the reform in election finance and media access
The piece argues that while reform laws on public funding and spending ceilings are partly good, they risk entrenching incumbents. It notes high reelection rates, advantages of office, and lobbying influence, urging partial funding, tighter staff and franking limits, and fairer media access to revive competitive elections.
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December Driving Dangers Warned By Officials
December brings heavier traffic and more red lights as holidays approach. Officials urge defensive driving and extra caution at lights and stop signs to reduce accidents in Arizona. Wait a few seconds, look both ways, and don’t trust other drivers to stop.
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Common Cause pushes reforms as House caucus meets secretly
Washington report notes Common Cause pressed 291 House Democrats with a reform survey, 146 voting to curb committee power and 22 responding nationwide. The lobby plans to watch roll calls as it expands across 20 state chapters and builds citizen oversight of Congress.
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Common Cause
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Wilbur Mills
Ways and Means
John Gardner
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Washington
Deonise Clarifies SCC Enrollment Reporting Policy
Gary N Deonise of Scottsdale Community College explains that a supervisor overrode his reporting instructions to satisfy faculty concerns about the 45th day enrollment figures. He notes 30 to 35 class rosters were signed late, leading to an amended report. there was no fraud. The issue concerns faculty influence on policy rather than errors.
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82nd Street resurfacing in Scottsdale praised by citizens
Local residents thanked city officials for rapid action on repaving the deteriorated section of 82nd Street between Montecito and Camelback Road. A letter from Richard Brown, street and traffic superintendent, confirmed a work order and scheduled completion. The Rev. Jack Zoellner and Rev. Wilfred Stewart sign the note praising city concern.
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Wilfred R. Stewart
Anka Sparks Controversy With Pro Life Song
Washington against Paul Anka over his pro life single Havin' My Baby. ZPG and antiabortion groups denounce the tune as romanticizing pregnancy while Anka defends the song as a personal expression.
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Teachers' long afterhours work and pay debate
A reader argues that teachers work well beyond school hours in planning, grading, conferences, and professional development. He questions claims that teacher pay hikes are unjustified and urges consideration of the full workload beyond classroom hours.
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