Trump moderated debate draws mixed GOP response
The Philadelphia Inquirer notes Donald Trump plans a televised debate to anchor attention while Ron Paul and Jon Huntsman decline citing the office of the presidency. Rick Santorum and Newt Gingrich seize invites. Mitt Romney delays a response amid scrutiny of front-runner caution.
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Post Office Poison Pill Threatens USPS Decline
The USPS plans delaying first class letters by a day and cutting thousands of mail handler jobs, a short term $3 billion fix risking a customer exodus and possible bankruptcy. Sen. Tom Carper urges alternative revenue ideas and easing rate cap to avert further service cuts. First class rates rise a penny in January while fiscal losses mount.
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Nativity display praised but needs respect during holidays
Readers praise Ely Square's Nativity scene as a beautiful holiday display yet condemn vandalism by children and others who kick or strike the figures. The letter also reflects on Midway Mall nostalgia and suggests repurposing the site into condos or a neighborhood with churches and a gym. The column closes with Dog ownership tips and reminders about Ohio law on adoption and tags.
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Texas redistricting clash prompts activist judge critique
Carl P. Leubsdorf argues that Texas AG Greg Abbott appeals to block interim maps drawn by a federal three judge panel in San Antonio. He notes the court restored Doggett's district and created a new Dallas Fort Worth Hispanic district, countering the Legislature's GOP bias while challenging the charge of judicial activism.
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