Clinton tax plan praised as fair but labeled punitive
The piece critiques President Clinton's economic plan, arguing it mainly shifts burden to the wealthy and mirrors Bush tax increases. It notes critics call it punitive, cites a 4.3 cent gasoline tax replacing the BTU tax, and warns of looming debt and postponed reckoning if bipartisan deficit reduction fails.
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Don’t Make Me Listen To Your Car Stereo
A reader responds to Michael Bowen’s letter about a citation for loud car-stereo music. The writer argues that those who do not want to hear it should not be forced to, noting Bowen’s claim of it being his music and urging equal enforcement everywhere to prevent noise intrusion.
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Integrity Still Prevails At Osterman's Jewelers
In a rare customer service tale from Midway Mall, Osterman's Jewelers corrected a clerical error after a two year old oversized appraisal. Manager David Hunt ensured a new hand made ring matched the original appraisal specs, despite the store incurring a substantial loss.
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Letters to the Editor Rules for Chronicle Telegram
The Chronicle Telegram invites letters to the editor and notes edits for brevity accuracy and clarity. Include signature full home address and telephone number. Mail to Editorial Page Editor Elyria Ohio 44036 Box 4010 Fax 3297272 or email macrond feenetorain oberlin edu
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Future of Freedom of Choice Act remains unsettled
Clarence Page reviews the shifting prospects for a Freedom of Choice Act under President Clinton. He notes Hyde’s amended stance, division within pro choice groups including NOW and CARE, and the pressure of a conservative bloc led by Hyde Hatch and Helms. Clinton likely will sign a bill bearing the act but with compromises.
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Founders warned against endless taxing by Congress
Cal Thomas argues that the Founders foresaw dangers in Congress endless taxing and spending. He cites Jefferson Madison and Hamilton on general welfare limits, warns that unchecked deficits threaten liberty, and urges a rethink or revolution to curb federal power.
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