Labor Costs Pin Construction Growth And Unemployment
Wage rates across building trades have surged, raising costs for homes and commercial projects and triggering job losses. About 2,500 agreements must be renegotiated this year for 1.5 million workers amid easing pay raises and more restrained work rules. Some regions see wage cuts or shorter workdays, while others report shortages and higher raises. Overall, unions seek concessions without crippling affordability.
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Rural Nebraskan Doctor Sees Wildlife Aid Retain Physician
In Burwell Nebraska Dr Meckel credits Wildlife Management Institute backed efforts for drawing and keeping a full time physician. He argues small towns can offer the good life and cites ten minute proximity to his favorite duck blind as an example of lifestyle appeal.
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A Guest Editorial on a Proposed Super Consumer Agency
The piece argues against creating a tax financed super consumer agency to regulate and litigate across government. It contends the move burdens civil service workers and taxpayers, favors some consumers over others, and duplicates government efforts. It suggests a watchdog instead to monitor government services for value.
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Stand Up for the President Against Special Interests
A call to action condemns corporate lobbyists and big money in politics. The speaker argues Congress heeds moneyed voices and urges Americans to sacrifice and unite to defend the President's energy program against a perceived political attack.
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Rosalynn Carter Latin America trip prompts debate on policy
A reader questions the value of First Lady Rosalynn Carter's Latin American tour amid broader Caribbean outreach. The letter argues U S diplomacy relies on substantive policy and expert engagement, not symbolic visits, and urges active, specific Western Hemisphere initiatives to address Latin American concerns.
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Chip Carter
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Food Stamp Controversy Draws Utah Fire Over Farm Bill
Your Man In Washington reviews President Carter’s stance against excess spending while Congress passes a Farm Bill expanding Food Stamp eligibility. It notes 10 610 income limit for a family of four, elimination of purchase requirements, and a projected 2 billion cost amid fraud concerns and partisan debate.
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