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Newspaper
Shafter Press
Location
Shafter, California, United States of America
Date
Dec 28, 2005
Page
4
An opinion piece surveys the origins of New Year celebrations from ancient Babylonia to Rome, noting calendar reforms and common resolutions. It highlights cultural rituals across Austria England Spain China and the United States, ending with well wishes for health and a safe year ahead.
Assembly Republican Leader Kevin McCarthy urges holiday generosity toward soldiers in Afghanistan and Iraq and civilians in need. He highlights USO, American Red Cross, Salvation Army, Goodwill, and local churches as charities, urging donations to bring cheer and meals to families during Christmas.
Dear Editor, a PSR Reader reports two bike thefts in two years and fears purchasing another. She laments stealing from a child during Christmas and questions what kind of person would do such a thing, signing Veann Singh from Shafter.
Former state Senator Bill Leonard, now on the Board of Equalization, proposes replacing a $50 billion bond with annual $3 billion direct public works spending. He argues California should fund bridges sewers highways parks dams hospitals and schools immediately, avoiding long bond approvals, though political hurdles and time to allocate projects remain.
The piece argues California should spend excess tax revenue on permanent infrastructure repairs and additions instead of expanding programs. It calls for a pay-as-you-go commitment of up to 3 billion dollars annually, financed by mutual governor-legislature agreement, avoiding bonds and new taxes. It warns of partisan gridlock.
Kiwanis volunteers hosted a seasonal gathering with families and Santa delivering gifts to children. The article closes with warm wishes for a joyful Christmas and a hope to see readers inside Kiwanis again.
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