2013 – Page 6997 – The Portland Press Herald

Another View: Lack of demand, not high tax rates, slows the economy

by MARK MacLEOD January 7, 2013

Until the middle class is thriving, there will be little in the way of investment and growth.

by The Philadelphia Inquirer January 7, 2013

Pennsylvania’s governor should not be trying to get the university out from under sanctions.

The goal is to encourage the rule of law and reassure Assad supporters that they’ll be included.

Championship contender Notre Dame ranks first both in football and in its players’ graduation rate.

by Glenn Adams / The Associated Press January 6, 2013

Democrats replace Republicans as attorney general, secretary of state, treasurer and auditor.

by WAYNE PARRY/The Associated Press January 6, 2013

A bill funding flood insurance claims doesn’t cover boat employees’ lost wages or damage to docks, processing plants and restaurants.

by NED PARKER Los Angeles Times January 6, 2013

The Syrian president’s dismissive attitude and strict terms for settlement offers little hope for a diplomatic breakthrough.

Republicans worried about Israel are critical of the former senator – ‘an in-your-face’ pick by Obama.

by SCOTT WILSON The Washington Post January 6, 2013

Republicans worried about Israel are critical of the former senator – ‘an in-your-face’ pick by Obama.

by GILLIAN WONG/The Associated Press January 6, 2013

Eric Schmidt is part of a delegation led by New Mexico’s former governor, who says the trip is a private, humanitarian mission.