Opinion: Re-elect Szczepanski Megan Flanigan for Grafton Mayor
Our opinion endorses Megan Flanigan in the Grafton mayoral race noting she follows a path first explored by Shari Kerner in 1989. Flanigan, 30, has not held elective office, faces an established opponent, and works for a major local manufacturer.
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Szczepanski Seen as Strong Incumbent in Grafton Race
The article argues incumbent Szczepanski is unlikely to be defeated by Flanigan in a year of local mayoral turnover. It notes Szczepanski's long tenure, 22 years as mayor, and 33 years at Nordson Corp, contrasting Flanigan's lighter resume and limited government experience. It highlights jobs, prison-related issues, and a past confidentiality dispute.
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Elyria
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Jumbo mortgage cap trimmed as push to restore higher limit continues
The jumbo loan cap falls from 729750 to 625500 this Saturday as critics urge Congress to end taxpayer-backed guarantees. Supporters warn higher rates or larger down payments may follow, arguing private capital should return to the market after a 141 billion Treasury bailout for Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac.
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County funding questions spark tax debate in Lorain County
Readers challenge public spending as they criticize grants to private groups including a 4 H program and a baseball park. A letter praises the Lorain County Joint Vocational School levy proposal and urges support for education while noting fears about tax increases.
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Tea party rhetoric and anti-government extremism warning
Leonard Pitts Jr. argues the tea party mirrors a virulent anti-government movement that thrives on victimhood. He notes history of anti-government violence and a 61 percent rise in radical groups in 2010, urging a sober public response as polarization deepens.
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