Air Pollution Reform in California Central Valley Focus
Guest editorial argues for aggressive emissions cuts in California with 25 percent reductions by 2020 and a $7.5 billion plan to replace polluting vehicles by 2013, warning that delays raise costs and health risks. It urges higher fuel efficiency, development of alternatives like hybrids and electric cars, and expanded public transit to reduce car dependence. Senator Dean Florez cited for four years of high school physical education initiative.
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California
Henry Ford
Central Valley
San Joaquin Valley
Charles Territo
The
Alliance of Automobile Manufacturers
General Motors
Dean Florez
Call for four years of physical education in high schools
The author argues for reinstating compulsory PE to curb obesity and health problems among youth. Cites high rates of overweight children, snack taxes, and state efforts like California’s plan, urging earlier health education and parental involvement, while noting budget and elective concerns. Advocates reducing sugary drinks and promoting healthier choices at home and in schools.
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Nately
Kern
U.S
South Dakota
California
Arnold Schwarzenegger
California bills target alleged terrorist ties in state payroll
Lawmakers probe links between government workers and foreign terrorist groups amid debates over UC Irvine rhetoric and a proposed ban on teaching material seen as aiding foreign orgs. Assemblyman Chuck DeVore cites historic Hezbollah activity and calls for scrutiny, while opponents warn of McCarthy era intrusion.
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California
al Qaida
Hezbollah
Hamas
North Carolina
Michigan
United States
Chuck DeVore
Orange County
University of California
Irvine
Israel
DeVore
State Senate
Don Perata
Oakland
Army National Guard Intelli
California lawmakers push anti terrorism pension measures
California lawmakers consider bills to deny state retirement benefits to anyone found to be a member of a foreign terrorist organization or a knowing donor to such groups. Assembly members DeVore and Anderson cite divestment ideas and safeguards against abuses while linking to broader efforts to curb terrorist financing. The proposals aim to align state policy with federal law and press for concrete proof of links before action.
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Gence
California
DeVore
Joel Anderson
San Diego
California State Pension System
Calpers
California State Teachers Retirement System
Anderson
Iran
Hezbollah
Bush Administration
Iraq
South Africa
Elias
Burzynski
Thelias
Aol
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Bakersfield
Congress
P.O. Box
Publishers
Frank W. Reed
Donald L. Reed
Melissa Hill
Mana Diane Givens
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Lerdo Highway
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Shafterpress
Earthlink.net
American Legion
American Legion Auxiliary
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