Reform needed for US unemployment system and benefits
The article argues for broad reform of unemployment insurance in the United States. It criticizes the federal state funding model, notes tax competition has reduced benefits, and calls for automatic federal funding, broader eligibility including gig workers, a national replacement formula, enhanced job search support, and a higher earned income tax credit to stabilize the labor market during downturns and future emergencies. It warns current Congress is unlikely to act soon.
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Trump UAE Israel deal earns praise amid security gains
Cal Thomas lauds the UAE Israel pact as a major regional advance, noting suspension of settlements, and cites Netanyahu Trump Kushner and Friedman for roles. He warns faith-based barriers linger, questions Saudi followership, Iran threats, and potential for further diplomacy or annexation if the accord stalls.
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David Friedman
Yoram Ettinger
Iran
Muslim Brotherhood
ISIS
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Allah
Yasser Arafat
Barack Obama
Cal Thomas
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Numbers needed to decide reopening of schools
Sunstein argues that reopening decisions require clear, quantified tradeoffs. He notes Massachusetts use of color codes to assess risk and urges three steps: define meanings of low moderate high, assess incremental health risk from opening, and convert risk into infections and deaths. He concludes that numbers improve accountability and depoliticize choices.
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