May 18, 2011 04:56 am
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A reason to be mad about health care
To the editor:
Recently, I attended a presentation at the library by the “Mad as Hell Doctors” (Physicians for a National Health Program). They told how the American health system costs twice as much per capita as that of other industrialized countries which provide single payer health coverage. Not only is our system too expensive, it has gaping holes that leave so many people out.
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May 13, 2011 04:46 am
Let’s work together to solve problems
To the editor:
Baker County has some serious problems.
Baker ranked 29th out of 33 Oregon counties in health outcomes. One-fifth of Baker County residents do not have health insurance. One out of every four Baker County children lives in poverty. More than half of the students in our school system are on free or reduced lunch, and only 57 percent of students in the district graduate on time. The median family income in Baker County is $36,106: 30 percent below the national average. These are not the numbers we associate with a healthy community. These are statistics that paint a picture of a county with severe social and economic problems.
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May 11, 2011 08:09 am
More tips about preventing breast cancer
To the editor:
I wanted to write in response to the paper’s article about digital mammography. I’d like to make a few clarifications and some additional points.
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May 09, 2011 08:24 am
Tax burden should be equitable
To the editor:
I’m not against supporting children’s educations, but I think everyone should contribute evenly. The current method only taxes landowners to support schools. People who rent homes can have a dozen children and they don’t pay anything in the way of real estate taxes for their children to attend Baker County schools. I know there is going to be those who claim the landlord charges the tenant the taxes in the rent structure, but that is not true in most cases.
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May 06, 2011 04:45 am
Come on parents: Put your kids in helmets
To the editor:
I have to admit that when I am in Idaho and I see a motorcyclist not wearing a helmet, I secretly think that the rider has no intellect. I do, however, realize that having the freedom of choice is an American privilege. The rider is an adult and has the mental capability to decide if they want to protect one of their body’s most vital organs, or not.
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May 04, 2011 08:35 am
Liberals need to speak up
To the editor:
I am a liberal. I believe that is not a dirty word. I care about my fellow man and think the government is necessary to provide a huge network of services; police, fire, clean water, clean air and medical insurance for everyone, not just a few. In addition I think the government needs to protect our oceans to keep them clean. I think they need to protect our lands from being defiled. The government is the only thing that has the power to do all that.
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May 02, 2011 09:20 am
School district is lean, not broken
To the editor:
When, even after thorough, transparent and honest effort individuals do not know our situation we must speak out.
Based upon a teacher with a master’s degree and 17 years experience, which is our district average, payroll taxes and public retirement cost the district about 24.25 percent of salary. Medical insurance makes up 20.97 percent cost to the district.
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May 02, 2011 09:18 am
Change speed limit on 17th St.
To the editor:
I recently received a ticket for speeding on the 1-plus-mile straight stretch of 17th Street, which is posted for 25 mph. The Baker City Police officer that issued my ticket stated that I was the second person on this day to state this street was a speed trap. I drive this street at least twice a day and the normal traffic runs between 30 and 35 mph.
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April 22, 2011 05:20 am
Support meant much to family
To the editor:
We wish to thank everyone for your support in the loss of our lovely Cheryl.
The hugs, the kisses, the handshakes and the help, flowers, food and cards meant so much.
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