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The economic tape worm that is the U.S. healthcare industry

I just happened across and interesting graph in the New York Times, showing what, according to a non-partisan research organization called the Commonwealth Fund, we as a nation would have saved had we implemented the healthcare reforms proposed by Nixon, Carter and Clinton. I suspect it won’t change the debate much, as people seem to […]

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John Stewart shakes the limp, lifeless body of Jim Cramer in his foamy jaws of death

The Daily Show With Jon StewartM – Th 11p / 10c Jim Cramer Pt. 2 Daily Show Full EpisodesImportant Things w/ Demetri Martin Political HumorJim Cramer This is why TV exists. All other so-called news programs should be ashamed of themselves. It’s a sad commentary on America that our best reporting is done by a […]

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March 18 meeting set to discuss Local Rail Service

According to this notice that I just received from our City Planner, things seem to be moving forward on the local rail front. An open house has been set for March 18 (4:00 – 7:00), during which members of the Ypsi community will be asked for their input on the much anticipated local stop on […]

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