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The Best Of America

By admin • Nov 11th, 2008 • Category: Editorial

In the largest voter turnout for a presidential election in US history and the most watched and celebrated around the world, Sen.Barack Obama’s triumph over Republican rival Sen. John McCain on Tuesday is a milestone that will help the United States bury its long and often brutal history of racism.
Obama won at least 349 Electoral [...]



The Still Burning Bush: Yes we can and yes we did…

By admin • Nov 11th, 2008 • Category: Editorial

By Dan Hardman
Guest Columnist

Say it with me, “President-elect Barack Obama!” It’s ok to shout it. This is the equivalent of waiting to exhale for an entire race.
One can ask what can be said and simultaneously state there is so much to say. I start by saying thank you Jesus.
The symbolism of this day is unmistakable.
The [...]



What’s Wrong With Socialized Medicine?

By admin • Nov 11th, 2008 • Category: Letters to the Editor

Dear Editor:
The best American medical care is indeed extremely good, but much of our system falls short — especially when you consider how costly it is, how heavy a burden it places on employers and families, and how many it excludes.
Getting the government more involved in health care would actually reduce costs, improve quality and [...]