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Easing pain of economic troubles, but not fixing long-term problems
The outcome of the fiscal cliff negotiations is almost entirely disconnected from the actual needs of the country.
What others say: Paying for results, not treatments
The following editorial appeared recently in the Los Angeles Times on Sunday, Dec. 30: Read more »
The anti-redlining law that fed the housing bubble
One of the major points of contentions in the aftermath of the housing debacle was whether the Community Reinvestment Act — an anti-redlining law — contributed to the disaster. Read more »
Let's start seeking some balance in our approach to discovery
This time it's Secretary of State Hillary Clinton, whose fall and concussion, followed by a blood clot between her brain and skull, have prompted an embarrassment of theories. The gist: That woman... Read more »
Here's how to stop using all Colorado River basin water
A study released last week by the Bureau of Reclamation confirms what everyone already knows: We are sucking more water out of the Colorado River Basin than nature is putting in. Read more »
My View: Several actions needed in gun debate
As a pediatrician, father and grandfather, my heart goes out to the families in Newtown, Conn. The most basic and instinctive need of every parent is to protect their children. As pediatricians, much of what we do is meant to help... Read more »
Pie in the sky? Maybe, but here are 2013 hopes
As 2012 turns into 2013, many pundits look back at the highlights of the past year and predict what will happen in the next. I won't do that. Instead, I will list some of the developments... Read more »
What others say: Energy hogs
The following editorial was written by Scripps Howard News Service: Read more »
2013 may see globalization wane while manufacturing rises
One fateful question for 2013 is this: What happens to globalization? For decades, growing volumes of cross-border trade and money flows have fueled strong economic growth. Read more »
Lois M. Collins: We should focus more on good things of 2012
Headlines in several newspapers nationwide this weekend lamented 2012 as the year of mass shootings. They were referring, of course, to the brutal murders of children and staff at the Sandy Hook... Read more »
What others say: Dental attraction
The following editorial appeared recently in the Chicago Tribune: Read more »
Robert Bennett: What will the new year bring us? Here are 2013 predictions
Since leaving the Senate and re-engaging with the private sector, I have rediscovered the forces within America that have the capacity to shape the future in wonderful, productive, inventive ways.... Read more »
Frank Pignanelli & LaVarr Webb: Awards to the best and worst of politicians in 2012
Believe it or not, the big 2012 political year has come to a close. As our final act of columny in 2012, we hand out year-end awards to deserving politicians. Read more »
Betsy Hart: Multi-volume encyclopedia was magic in its day
One of my daughters received a loooong awaited iPhone for Christmas. That was around 10 Christmas morning. Before Christmas dinner, I confiscated both her and her older sister's iPhones for a few... Read more »
My view: Tips for talking to kids about school shootings and tragedies
The dark side of the matter is that dangerous people are out there, and we need to be as careful as we can. Many evil people seek to selfishly prey upon the innocent. Read more »
Alison Fraser: Fixing the economy: We already have bipartisanship, all that is needed now is leadership
Will the recovery finally take off next year, or will Americans have to contend with an additional 12 months of sluggish economic growth, stagnant wages and high unemployment? Read more »
E. Thomas McClanahan: Social glue starting to come apart in civilization
One spring, when my son Michael was 6, we heard the shrieks of a baby rabbit outside. I went out and grabbed it and shooed away the cat. The rabbit seemed to be in shock, so we put it in a large... Read more »
Scott Klinger: Private pension deficits an underreported crisis
While America's CEOs are fretting about the government's so-called "fiscal cliff," millions of American workers face a financial disaster that gets much less media attention. There's a... Read more »
Trudy Rubin: Tribute to the brave men and women in the world
As the year draws to a close, I want to pay tribute to a few brave men and women who have been fighting in 2012 for dignity, justice and peace in some of the world's most troubled countries. Read more »
George F. Will: Stanford professor misplaces disdain for court
While accusing the Supreme Court's conservative justices of "disdain for democracy," Pamela S. Karlan proves herself talented at dispensing disdain. Read more »
Mark Weisbrot: Fixing the economy: Work-sharing, more state funding is what nation needs
For much of America, it still feels like we are in a recession. We have recession levels of unemployment, with the headline rate at 7.7 percent. And that jumps to 14.4 percent if we count the... Read more »
The winners and the losers
Winner: New Year's Eve may be a bit safer this year because of the marketing efforts of a recent graduate of Westminster College Read more »
Stopping future violence is up to us
When it comes to having safe schools, maybe we could have our children do what a TV ad shows — antelopes armed with night-vision goggles so they can defend themselves from Carl, the stalking... Read more »
Jay Evensen: New Year's optimism great human trait
Sometimes, the rearview mirror can be a disturbing place. But every rearview mirror comes with a switch that allows you to view the same receding landscape without so much glare. Only when... Read more »
Government regulators were too busy in 2012
During 2012, virtually every aspect of American life was subjected to government meddling. These rules affect us in a variety of ways. Most increase the cost of living, others hinder job creation... Read more »
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Robert Bennett: What will the new year bring us? Here are 2013 predictions
Since leaving the Senate and re-engaging with the private sector, I have rediscovered the forces within America that have the capacity to shape the future in wonderful, productive, inventive ways.... Read more »
Let's start seeking some balance in our approach to discovery
This time it's Secretary of State Hillary Clinton, whose fall and concussion, followed by a blood clot between her brain and skull, have prompted an embarrassment of theories. The gist: That woman... Read more »
My View: Tales of spending, saving, regulation
Every few months, it seems another new study reveals that the gap between the rich and the rest has once again widened. These revelations are announced with solemn overtones suggesting that we... Read more »
The anti-redlining law that fed the housing bubble
One of the major points of contentions in the aftermath of the housing debacle was whether the Community Reinvestment Act — an anti-redlining law — contributed to the disaster. Read more »
What others say: Paying for results, not treatments
The following editorial appeared recently in the Los Angeles Times on Sunday, Dec. 30: Read more »
Here's how to stop using all Colorado River basin water
A study released last week by the Bureau of Reclamation confirms what everyone already knows: We are sucking more water out of the Colorado River Basin than nature is putting in. Read more »
My View: Several actions needed in gun debate
As a pediatrician, father and grandfather, my heart goes out to the families in Newtown, Conn. The most basic and instinctive need of every parent is to protect their children. As pediatricians, much of what we do is meant to help... Read more »
Frank Pignanelli & LaVarr Webb: Awards to the best and worst of politicians in 2012
Believe it or not, the big 2012 political year has come to a close. As our final act of columny in 2012, we hand out year-end awards to deserving politicians. Read more »
Pie in the sky? Maybe, but here are 2013 hopes
As 2012 turns into 2013, many pundits look back at the highlights of the past year and predict what will happen in the next. I won't do that. Instead, I will list some of the developments... Read more »
What others say: Dental attraction
The following editorial appeared recently in the Chicago Tribune: Read more »
What others say: Energy hogs
The following editorial was written by Scripps Howard News Service: Read more »
2013 may see globalization wane while manufacturing rises
One fateful question for 2013 is this: What happens to globalization? For decades, growing volumes of cross-border trade and money flows have fueled strong economic growth. Read more »
My view: Tips for talking to kids about school shootings and tragedies
The dark side of the matter is that dangerous people are out there, and we need to be as careful as we can. Many evil people seek to selfishly prey upon the innocent. Read more »
Lois M. Collins: We should focus more on good things of 2012
Headlines in several newspapers nationwide this weekend lamented 2012 as the year of mass shootings. They were referring, of course, to the brutal murders of children and staff at the Sandy Hook... Read more »
George F. Will: Stanford professor misplaces disdain for court
While accusing the Supreme Court's conservative justices of "disdain for democracy," Pamela S. Karlan proves herself talented at dispensing disdain. Read more »
Stopping future violence is up to us
When it comes to having safe schools, maybe we could have our children do what a TV ad shows — antelopes armed with night-vision goggles so they can defend themselves from Carl, the stalking... Read more »
E. Thomas McClanahan: Social glue starting to come apart in civilization
One spring, when my son Michael was 6, we heard the shrieks of a baby rabbit outside. I went out and grabbed it and shooed away the cat. The rabbit seemed to be in shock, so we put it in a large... Read more »
Mark Weisbrot: Fixing the economy: Work-sharing, more state funding is what nation needs
For much of America, it still feels like we are in a recession. We have recession levels of unemployment, with the headline rate at 7.7 percent. And that jumps to 14.4 percent if we count the... Read more »
Jay Evensen: New Year's optimism great human trait
Sometimes, the rearview mirror can be a disturbing place. But every rearview mirror comes with a switch that allows you to view the same receding landscape without so much glare. Only when... Read more »
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