June 19, 2013
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SHAME Paterno’s image collapses in wake of leaked emails
The following editorial appeared in the Dallas Morning News July 3: If you retain even a shred of regard for Joe Paterno and what he accomplished at Penn State, you should be glad he didn’t live...
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REFLECTING Ruling leads Americans to debate as only they can
In the fall of 2009, before Democrats in Congress approved the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, a reporter asked House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, “Where specifically does the Constitution gra...
Jul 04, 2012 | 0 0 comments | 1 1 recommendations | email to a friend
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Roberts deployed Jefferson’s ‘twistifications’
Why not just cut open a goat and be done with it? In ancient Rome, a special kind of priest called a haruspex would “read” the entrails of sheep to divine the will of the gods, the health of the...
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According to whispers in the produce aisle, Democrats not in a good place
I was at the market. My friend approached. We’d already said hi. This was the comeback. He looked around. I looked around. No one listening but the vegetables. I knew what was coming. “It doesn’...
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TOO COSTLY Kentucky lacks means to pay for Obamacare expansion
Following last week’s U.S. Supreme Court ruling on the Affordable Care Act, Gov. Steve Beshear is starting to implement it, knowing full well Kentucky can’t afford it. Beshear said, “This Suprem...
Jul 03, 2012 | 0 0 comments | 1 1 recommendations | email to a friend
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Court rules Obamacare constitutes a tax
WASHINGTON — The Supreme Court ruling on health care reform was like Palm Sunday in reverse: First they crucified Chief Justice John Roberts, then, upon his ruling, they hauled out the palm fronds....
Jul 03, 2012 | 0 0 comments | 2 2 recommendations | email to a friend
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Importance of Declaration of Independence will never diminish
Many political documents are nothing more than statements of a moment. They’re outdated almost as quickly as a daily newspaper. Consider the ridiculous Post Huron statement, drafted 50 years ago...
Jul 02, 2012 | 0 0 comments | 1 1 recommendations | email to a friend
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Educated citizens a critical element of protection of a nation’s freedom
As we approach another Fourth of July holiday, it’s critical that we grasp how important an educated citizenry is to maintaining our nation’s independence. I’m certain that America itself would ...
Jul 02, 2012 | 0 0 comments | 1 1 recommendations | email to a friend
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A consolation prize for conservatives
WASHINGTON — Conservatives won a substantial victory on Thursday. The physics of American politics — actions provoking reactions — continues to move the crucial debate, about the nature of the Amer...
Jul 01, 2012 | 0 0 comments | 1 1 recommendations | email to a friend
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CLOUDED Future liabilities weigh on city’s budget picture
The Paducah City Commission has produced a balanced budget for the fiscal year that begins July 1, one that ensures delivery of essential services without raising taxes. The commissioners also f...
Jul 01, 2012 | 0 0 comments | 1 1 recommendations | email to a friend
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