Other Views on Tax Bill Promises and Overhaul
The piece argues the Taxpayer Relief Act of 1997 is complex and illusory in simplification. It predicts widespread filings by many taking longer to prepare returns and notes home sellers benefit only with extensive record keeping amid phase outs. It blames politicians for failed pledges of tax simplification and warns voters will face revisited Form 1040s in January.
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Clinton
Congress
Scripps Howard
Chronicle-Telegram Editorial Page Aims to Spark Reader Opinion
The Chronicle-Telegram invites readers to engage with opinions on editorials, guest pieces, and cartoons. Readers are encouraged to send letters to the editor sharing their views and reactions to the page’s viewpoints.
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Chronicle-Telegram
Reader letter defends Chronicle-Telegram views
A reader to Mr Eddy of Amherst argues that The Chronicle-Telegram does not stifle opposing viewpoints and praises the paper for printing the truth even if it steps on toes. The letter cites Paul Facinelli as a reporter who writes without sugarcoating the news.
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Eddy
Amherst
Chronicle-Telegram
Plain Dealer
George Voinovich
Chronicle
Paul Facinelli
Oesteek Columns Stir Lorain County Rumor
A sharp remark questions Oesteek's bold local reporting. The writer implies Oesteek fears arrest or legal trouble in Lorain County, contrasting his grit with potential consequences.
Lorain County leads in investment yield in 1997 report
Lorain County treasurer Dan Talarek released a survey showing a 6.08 percent weighted annual yield, ranking third in Ohio. The gain stems from a cooperative setup with investment adviser United American Capital Corp and Seasongood Mayer underwriting, plus First Merit Bank custody. First-half interest for the general fund reached about 2.59 million with 0.275 million in bonds on 113.204 million invested through June 30, exceeding the original 1997 budget estimate by 0.564 million and prompting an upgrade to 5.8 million for the year. Compared to 1996 receipts of 5.6 million.
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Lorain County
Monica Banks
Wuab Channel 43
Wobud
Dl Db AveDue
Ducan
Dan Talarek
Ohio County
United American Capital Corp
Seasongood and Mayer
First Merit Est Bank
Pay Gap Between Custodians and Laborers Sparks Sex Discrimination Suit
The American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees has filed suit on behalf of 50 female custodians arguing gender bias in pay. Custodians earn $10.08 hourly while laborers, mostly men, earn $11.10, with laborers receiving overtime and custodians not. The piece discusses comparable worth, related cases, and proposed Fair Pay Act aimed at valuing jobs by effort and skill rather than sex.
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U.S. Congress
American Federation of State
New York City
Rhode Island Department of Administration
Capitol
New York State
Long Island
Edward Mercado
State Division of Human Rights
New York Newsday
Eleanor Holmes Norton
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Norton
Senate
Tom Harkin
Drona
Britains cure for Social Security ills a model for US reform
Cal Thomas argues that Britain's privatized two tier pension system shows workers can direct payroll taxes into private plans and still receive at least as much retirement income. He cites 13 percent returns, high private wealth, and debt reduction as proof. He urges the United States to adopt a similar approach to avert fiscal disaster.
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Congress
White House
Britain
United States
Congressional Budget Office
U.S
Social Security
Heritage Foundation
Louis Enoff
Social Security Administration
Robert Moffit
Heritage
America
Tion
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Social Security Advisory Council
Cal Thomas
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