Restoring Congress and American exceptionalism in 112th
George Will argues the 112th Congress must revive the rule of law and the Constitution to counter executive dominance. He critiques regulatory overreach, warns against delegating powers, and links American exceptionalism to limited government and personal mobility. He cites Taft, Tocqueville, and public debate on health care and shifts in political power.
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Almanac items for January 17, 2011
History notes include Cook crossing the Antarctic Circle, Bolivar declaring Colombia a republic, and Gulf War air strikes in 1991. Birthdays feature Franklin, Capone, Betty White, James Earl Jones, Muhammad Ali, Jim Carrey, Michelle Obama, and Zooey Deschanel. The armonica and Capone’s rise are highlighted along with a Muhammad Ali quote. The moon phase is between the first quarter and full moon.
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Voices on civility after Tucson tragedy urge unity
Karen Hughes reflects on national division after the Tucson shooting. She cites President Obama’s Tucson speech urging restraint and civility, criticizes the politicization of violence, and calls for responsible public discourse and accountability.
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When Hospital Bills Baffle A Patient
Dayton Daily News columnist D L Stewart explains a deviant septum operation led to baffling bills. He recounts a $15188.82 hospital charge and a $76 item for HEMO/PLATELET CNT AUTO MATED, plus $71.44 for laborat ory, with conflicting insurance payments and unclear explanations.
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