IOC urged to postpone or cancel Tokyo Olympics over COVID risks
Critics warn a superspreader risk as Tokyo faces a fourth wave and emergency measures. Public support for postponement or cancellation grows amid low vaccination rates and rising cases. calls rise for IOC to put public safety before profits and delay or halt the Games.
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Gazette invites letters to the editor
The Medina Gazette publishes reader letters but requires brevity and verification. Letters should be 250 words or fewer and must include the writer’s name full home address and telephone number for verification. Email is preferred at letters medina-gazette.com or mail to 885 W. Liberty St Medina OH 44256.
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Biden compassion under fire over patent and policy
Op ed by Jay Ambrose argues against stripping U S pharmaceutical patents to fund free vaccines abroad. He says such moves hurt innovation and raise prices, citing possible stock drops for Moderna and Pfizer and warning about higher taxes and slower job growth.
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Biden’s push for a bigger government agenda
Stuart Rothenberg analyzes how NBC News polls show a shift toward favoring more government action, despite a polarized GOP. The piece traces historical trends in public opinion on government size, noting the potential for opinions to flip as coverage and social media influence voters ahead of elections.
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