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The Gaston Gazette

Location

Gastonia, North Carolina, United States of America

Date

Oct 02, 2012

Page

4

Thought for Today Quote by Graham Greene

A Graham Greene quotation defines heresy as freedom of thought. The line reflects the author’s view on intellectual independence and dissent, echoing his years as a English writer and the broader tradition of challenging orthodox beliefs.

Time to Reconsider Small Town Post Offices

A local opinion argues USPS should cut hours at small-town branches to curb losses. It notes quarterly losses of 5.2 billion and 57 million daily, urging private providers to replace or supplement post offices in rural areas. The piece questions public subsidies for universally full service in sparsely populated areas.

U.S. Postal Service USPS Ben Earp Halifax Media Group Lattimore

North Carolina tax reform debates shape 2012 governor race

The NC tax system drawn from decades past faces liberal and conservative reform plans. Dan Clodfelter proposed sweeping overhauls in 2011, while 2012 candidates Pat McCrory and Walter Dalton split on services tax and corporate taxes. Hood notes reform remains difficult with vested interests and political tactics.

Raleigh North Carolina Dan Clodfelter Charlotte Clodfelter Pat McCrory McCrory Walter Dalton Senate Dalton Barack Obama John Hood John Locke Foundation JohnLockeStore.com

LOG ON TALK BACK Comments on Obama Romney Polls

Readers vent about polls and propaganda. Several comments discuss Obama Romney coverage, 47 percent remarks, Chavez, Kim Jong Un, and US politics. Voices praise soldiers and discuss voter turnout and responsibilities.

Fox Romney Ryan Republican Party America Kim Jong-Un Adam Morrison

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