| Big issue is runaway spending by our politicians
Pension funding for firefighters is an important issue for taxpayers and first responders alike. Over the last seven years, the federal government has slashed billions of dollars in aid to cities all across the United States. Just like heads of households, elected officials in our municipalities have been forced to decide between funding such essential services as street repairs, police protection and fire safety. Part of the essential services funded by our cities is the pensions of firefighters. Your editorial of Feb. 14 neglects to report that firefighters are mandated by state statutes to contribute nearly 10 percent of their salaries toward their retirement. Moreover, virtually all firefighters are also prohibited from participating in Social Security.
Arlington gets list of demands after attack, vandalism
ARLINGTON Silk Littlejohn said she still suffers physically after a Dec. 19 assault by a neighbor. On Friday, she greeted a group of about 250 people who rallied against perceived injustices in Arlington. "The storms of racism are raging all over the world," said Littlejohn, who was escorted to a lectern in front of City Hall by her fiance, Broderick Gamble. "Arlington, Texas, is now in the eye of the storm." This was the second demonstration held after the attack, in which Littlejohn was hit in the face with a two-by-four and her vehicle was damaged. A few days later, someone spray-painted a racial slur on the couple's garage door. Gamble said his wife has lost hearing since the attack. He has also said their house is in foreclosure because he has not been able to work while caring for her.
Shop Talk
The crowd went wild before the always classic George Clooney even set foot on the red carpet in a shawl collar tux by with bow tie. I have no idea who half of these people on the red carpet are and there's only an hour left. Permalink | Comments (0) | Post your comment | Categories: Fashion Children's boutique sale By Nedra Rhone | Friday, February 22, 2008, 12:34 PM The Atlanta Journal-Constitution .
Where is London Pinkney?
For more information on the grandchildren of London Pinkney, e-mail me or visit the Maryland State Archives on Rowe Boulevard. --- The columnist is a native of Annapolis and a recent recipient of R.E.S.P.E.C.T, Inc., Co-Chairpersons Award for "Outstanding Community Leadership and significant contributions to community development, coalition building and organizational unity." E-mail: Ourlocallegacy@aol.com. .
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