Medicare reform clash grows in pre election rhetoric
The White House and Republican leaders clash over Medicare with partisan rhetoric. Democrats and Republicans note the program faces bankruptcy without changes or higher funding. The GOP plan aims to slow cost growth, push HMOs, and raise premiums for high income seniors, while promising not to dismantle Medicare.
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Guinta is Best Candidate for Mayor in Elyria
A citizen letter endorses Shirley Guinta for Elyria mayor, criticizes Mike Keys’ tactics and the current leadership, and urges fresh leadership. The writer cites Keys’ $57,000 salary and alleged vote buying, arguing Guinta would bring needed change based on her longtime community ties and teaching work at Northwood Junior High.
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City Council Candidate Promises Real City Leadership
Voter message praises a specific citizen as the best choice for November. It argues the winner must show real interest in the city’s wellbeing and provide strong leadership rather than merely filling the seat. The note emphasizes accountability and effective governance.
Union Station project debated at LaGrange Village meeting
At the September 14 LaGrange Village Council session Roger Simon, Union Station project engineer, urged support for annexation of the Calvin Smith proposal while criticizing political and personal rhetoric. He implied economic gain could influence views, stating he has no financial stake in the project.
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Perromal Ragenne
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Iam
Village annexation debate voices concern and contrasts views
A citizen states belief that the proposed annexation will harm the village in the long term. They argue gains are uncertain, urge answers to legitimate concerns, and push back against political blame. They note some residents form independent opinions despite others’ influence.
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Chronicle Telegram invites letters to the editor
The Chronicle Telegram invites readers to submit letters to the editor. Letters may be edited for brevity and accuracy. Include signature, full home address and telephone number and mail to Editoral Page Editor, Chronicle Telegram, Box 4010, Elyna 44036 or fax to 329 7272.
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Lobbying money and reform in Congress critique
Robert Reno argues that campaign money from PACs and lobbyists taints Congress far more than petty gifts. He notes shifting PAC fortunes between parties, cites AHA and Federal Express funding patterns, blasts superficial reform, and calls for deeper limits on money in politics.
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Powell Won’t Run and What Ifs Shake the Race
Donald Kaul notes Colin Powell is unlikely to run for president. He cites Powell’s politics and party dynamics, contemplates possibilities with Ross Perot as running mate or Powell challenging Clinton in the Democratic primaries, and argues real paths to a third-party bid are slim.
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