Lorain County Shows Poverty Drop and Income Rise in 2010
U.S. Census data indicate Lorain County poverty fell to 14.2 percent in 2010 from 14.8 percent in 2009 while Lorain city declined to 30.6 percent from 37.7 percent. Median household income rose to 50 200 countywide and 34 346 in Lorain, with Ohio and national rates mixed. The report notes no Elyria data and warns of potential recession risks.
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Lorain
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U.S. Census Bureau
Census Bureau
Elyria
Lorain County
Obama’s Jobs Plan Sparks Rhetoric and Tax Debate
Obama frames his jobs bill as aiding working middle class Americans while Republicans counter with class warfare charges. The plan would curb high income tax deductions, raising about 400 billion over 10 years mainly from those earning above 1.5 million, with 75 percent of the burden on the wealthy.
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Obama
Warren Buffett
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Center On Budget and Policy Priorities
Citizens For Tax Justice
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Zilka Endorsed for Avon Lake Mayor by Letter Writer
A letter argues Greg Zilka is best for Avon Lake mayor, praising his 26 years on council and leadership as president while criticizing KC Zuber. It urges voters to assess each candidate's record and supports funding 4 H while condemning cuts. Also notes a Camaro raffle thank you and concerns about Apple Festival support.
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Avon Lake
Greg Zilka
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Zuber
St. Mary Catholic Church
Fair Board of Clyde
Mike
Gail Carter
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Washington’s recall law traps speech and favors incumbents
Washington state’s recall and campaign finance rules chill speech by capping contributions at 800 dollars and forcing pro bono lawyers to monetize time spent on recalls. The piece argues the regime targets citizens’ First Amendment rights, turning a de jure recall into a de facto nullity to protect incumbents.
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Washington
Washington State
Pierce County
Seattle
Dale Washam
Robin Farris
Washam
Tacoma News Tribune
Farris
State Supreme Court
Oldfield & Helsdon Law
Recall Dale Washam
Institute For Justice
Arlington
U.S. Supreme Court
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