Privatizing Social Security and the Singapore CPF model
The piece weighs privatization versus government control, citing Singapore's Central Provident Fund as a model with personal accounts and diversification. It argues risk benefits, urges flexible reform, notes demographic strains on Social Security, and contrasts stock market risks with safety nets. It weaves in commentary on weather, MLK Day, and reflections on faith and dignity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Republic of Singapore
Central Provident Fund
CPF
Singapore
Global Crossing
Enron
U.S
New York
Peter Ferrara
Michael Tanner
Faithful Refuge in Time of Trouble and Trial
A devotional meditation emphasizes Christ’s constant presence amid global fear. It recalls Peter walking on water, which faltered when faith wavered, and asserts Jesus remains savior in good and bad times. Psalm 91 is cited to describe God’s protective refuge, deliverance, and guardian angels for those who trust in Him.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Martin Luther King Jr
F.W. Borham
Uncle Tom
Kentucky
Borham
Chloe
God
Eva
Israel
Tom
Degree
Legree
Christ
King
America
Peter
Jesus
David
Fowler
Cinco de Mayo Festival date shift noted
An early reader inquiry notes the Cinco de Mayo Festival date has moved. The piece states Cinco de Mayo will be observed on April 30 this year, with the event always held on a Saturday.
Cinco de Mayo Festival Volunteers Lead Shafter Event
Deanna Rodriguez writes on the ongoing Cinco de Mayo Festival in Shafter. She and husband Roy co chair the event, praising returning committee members, MCs Manuel Gonzalez and Frances Garcia, and key chairs like Angel Jimenez and Pattie Valladolid. The festival, free to the public and beer free, relies on Chamber of Commerce and City of Shafter support, with plans for talent shows and more community volunteers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Roy
Honey Dog
Manuel Gonzalez
Shafter High
Frances Garcia
Richland
Redwood School
Gilbert Rodriguez
Cinco de Mayo
Brandi
Angel Jimenez
Pattie Valladolid
Juan Marquez
Kern County
Chamber of Commerce
Shafter
Shafter Press
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East Lerdo Highway
California
Reed Print, Inc
Aldrin Ct
Bakersfield
Frank W. Reed
Donald L. Reed
Diane Givens
Lerdo Highway
P.O. Box
Que Pasa
Deanna Rodriguez Root
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