Rock and Roll nostalgia and prison labor debate
A reader reminisces about classic rock and roll from the sixties and reflects on modern groups and culture. The piece shifts to a DOJ report showing 1.6 million Americans incarcerated in 1995, flagging private prison concerns and Wisconsin's Badger State Industries running inmate chair production with $1.2 million profit in 1995.
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Justice Department
United States
New World Order
Oakhill Correctional Institute
Dane County
Wisconsin
Badger State Industries
Wisconsin Prison Industries
Tion
Tommy Thompson
Why Some Do Not Believe in Jesus Today
The text argues belief hinges on unbelief as a personal choice. It cites the Lazarus parable to urge readers to examine faith, noting many have heard Moses and the Prophets yet struggle to keep the commandments. It suggests skepticism persists because belief conflicts with personal desires.
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the Four Seasons
Righteous Brothers
The
Monkeys
Dave Clark Five
Christy Minstrels
Rolling Stones
Beatles
Stones
Mick Jagger
Mother Teresa
Martin Luther King
Abraham Lincoln
Guns and Roses
Motley Crew
Dead Kennedys
AC/DC
Jesus
God
Lazarus
Abraham
Moses
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Taga Reader thanks bystander helpers after crash
Duane and Anita thank passersby who stopped to help after a car accident at Santa Fe on August 21. They report their two daughters are fine and praise seat belt use, urging others to buckle up. They extend gratitude to all who assisted and offer blessings.
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Duane
Anita
Congress
Bill Clinton
Paula Jones
Kathleen Willey
Monica Lewinsky
Betty Curry
Farmer criticizes PG E rate hike amid high costs
A farmer denounces PG E for seeking higher rates while paying among the nation’s highest. He cites monopoly concerns, competitive pressures in farming, and potential added costs if the increase proceeds, urging the Public Utilities Commission to deny the request.
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Pg&e
Public Utilities Commission
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