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Havoc caused by W. Va. spill should prompt stronger laws

Editorial: Imagine a toxic chemical spill into Meander Reservoir, the source of drinking water for nearly a


Let the political bidding start for Vallourec Star’s attention

Editorial: With Republicans in Ohio bent on holding on to all the state administrative offices from governor on


Common Core spurs criticism

Opinion: WASHINGTON Viewed from Washington, which often is the last to learn about important developments,


A drag on Illinois’ economy

Opinion: Joliet (Ill.) Herald-News: Being underwater on the mortgage is a drag for homeowners and for our


Christie in class by himself

Opinion: The first time I saw New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie on television, a few years ago, my first


State lawmakers must resolve to keep politics at bay in 2014

Editorial: The Ohio General Assembly has a diverse and zesty mix of meaty issues piling up on its plate as


Don’t whine to sales associates; try walking a mile in their shoes

Opinion: Don’t whine to sales associates; try walking a mile in their shoes This is a reminder for shop-


How low can the state go?

Opinion: The Commercial Dispatch, Columbus, Miss.: As any third-grader should know, there are 50 states in


Mentors can help scholars

Opinion: The Times, Munster, Ind.: The 21st Century Scholars program aims to help low-income, at-risk


Sharon was larger than life as military, political leader

Editorial: Sharon was larger than life as military, political leader To understand Ariel Sharon is to


The (Fort Dodge) Messenger. Jan. 11, 2014.

Opinion: The (Fort Dodge) Messenger. Jan. 11, 2014. Unemployment woes persist With little to brag


Ideology and reality clash over taxes

Opinion: French President Francois Hollande has been confronted by the glaring light of reality — sort of.


Valley drug-interdiction team adds muscle to war on drugs

Editorial: The Mahoning Valley’s central location between Cleveland and Pittsburgh and between New York and


Edward Snowden, leaker of NSA secrets, in shades of gray

Opinion: Is Edward Snowden a whistle-blower or a traitor? Debate over the renegade computer technician who


Introspection time for Christie

Opinion: Chicago Tribune: Chris Christie is a guy you want to like, sometimes despite himself. He’s just made