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Hold your nose, but vote for Props 1A, 1B, 1C, 1D, 1E and 1F.StaffThe propositions on the May 19 ballot are designed to pay for the “solution’’ the Legislature came up with in late February, when lawmakers adopted a plan to fix the... read on»
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From Twilight to reality TV, the young’uns seem to have an unending appetite for tedium.Greg BeatoThe waiting is the hardest part, pop philosopher Tom Petty once counseled, but that was in 1981, well before 24-hour banking, overnight shipping, and 30-minute pizza delivery had become mainstays... read on»
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Sustaining faith in the face of the global environmental crisis.Rev. Deborah StreeterThe Unity Church in Monterey wanted to save money, as all organizations do these days. And they wanted to “walk their talk,” to embody their spiritual teachings that God cares... read on»
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Panetta Institute Roves far afield.Paul WilnerJust this week, on Monday, April 13, listeners heard Alice Rivlin, former director of the Office of Management and Budget, and Jim Nussle, a former Congressman who has also headed... read on»
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Neil Young takes the wheel for the green car cause.
Jim MotavalliThe Alliance hates California’s plan to regulate tailpipe greenhouse gas emissions. Having failed to win agreement in three ongoing court cases, the automakers are now pursuing appeals. “With the U.S.... read on»
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The Paper of Record blows it once again, naming a token neo-con.Katha Pollitt“Smart move,” says Matt Yglesias. Ezra Klein and George Packer agree he’s “brilliant.” At www.TheNation.com, Chris Hayes calls it a “fantastic choice,” and Eyal Press looks forward to “thoughtful commentary.”... read on»
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Carmel Valley’s historic tree row threatened again.Elizabeth BarrattThe banner, plus a blogspsot for further information, encourages Carmel Valley residents to get behind the growing effort to preserve the tree row. For emphasis, the designated threatened trees are... read on»
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Remember the greediest - and make sure they get theirs.Susan J DouglasMy husband and I were engaged in our usual dinner table rant about politics and the economy. Having made the mistake of opening my latest retirement statement and seeing that... read on»