Democratic Party Ninth District
By SUE HARMON
      As we look forward (or not) to the upcoming legislative session, Georgians can expect the Republican leadership to dangle the ever-changing "Tax Cut" ideas in front of us. But will voters bite? Are Georgia voters so easily manipulated by the mere sound of the words "Tax Cut"?
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Republican Party Ninth District
Nathan Deal
      In early August I had the opportunity to conduct town hall meetings across north Georgia, including visits to every county in the Ninth Congressional District. I always enjoy these opportunities to interact directly with constituents who regularly highlight their frustrations with the problem of i...
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LETTERS
      To The Editor: Every year about this time, a famous quotation which originated 30 years ago next month, makes the rounds, and in case you haven't seen or heard it, here it is: "A young man whose father is a carpenter grows up working in his father's shop. He has no formal education. He owns no ...
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A boost for people who get Social Security
Social Security Column
By CINDY G. MCCUBBINS Social Security District Manager in Gainesville, Ga.
      The New Year ushers in many changes. One important change for most people who receive Social Security or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) payments is a benefit increase in 2008. Beginning January 2008, a 2.3 percent cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) will be applied to all Social Security and SSI...
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