Social Security reform faces fairness clash over 70 retirement age
GAO warns raising the full benefits age risks inequities harming blue-collar workers and minorities while political opposition looms. With 3.4 workers per retiree now and a projected 2-to-1 ratio, solvency requires nonage changes. Congress will pursue fair fiscal fixes without further raising eligibility.
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Delay to improve farm bill debate at Statehouse
The letter argues that delay on Senate Bill 223 the farm preservation bill allowed Senate and House members to address concerns and achieve a 33 to 0 vote. It defends Batchelder against criticism of delay tactics noting philosophical issues needed discussion before summer break amid school funding focus.
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Farm preservation bill aids Ohio land protection efforts
Lawmakers reflect on the farm preservation bill process noting that a conservative approach ultimately benefits Ohio farmland protection. While federal funding chances were not seized, future safeguards will strengthen farmland preservation with local education for House members and support from Senator Grace Drake and Rep. Batchelder.
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Farmland Preservation Bill Drafted by Karl Gebhardt
Karl Gebhardt of Reynoldsburg served as executive director for the Office of Farmland Preservation and assisted in drafting the farmland preservation bill during the recent months, with expectations for greater effectiveness in the future.
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Letters to the editor guidance from The Chronicle Telegram
The Chronicle Telegram outlines that letters to the editor may be edited for brevity accuracy and clarity. Writers should include signature full home address and telephone number and mail to Editorial Page Editor Chronicle Telegram Box 4010 Elyria Ohio 44036 or fax to 329 7282 or email ECT ohia net
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Diversity advocates seek to divide not unite
Cal Thomas argues that diversity efforts promote division and dual loyalties, citing an 18 year old student labeled Filipino while claiming American identity. He warns of a "divided states of America" driven by multicultural pressure and media attention, urging unity and national identity.
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Forbes Could Be Top GOP Contender In 2000
Morton Kondracke analyzes the 2000 Republican contest with George W. Bush leading and Steve Forbes rising as a potential heir apparent. Forbes’ flat tax plan, money, discipline, and anti establishment drive could force a major policy debate even if he does not secure the nomination. The piece weighs Bush’s advantage against rivals like Quayle Alexander Kemp Ashcroft McCain Gingrich Kasich.
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