Creeping centralization

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Here, the Stars and Stripes still flap freely in the breeze, symbol of ornery independence and the satisfaction of sweaty self-reliance. That's as it should be. The fifty gold stars are enough for me. Charles, former assistant secretary of State for …
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Another canard bites the dust

Filed under: Drug Addiction Washington

… banks from doing business with marijuana-related businesses. In fact, this has been a problem in the states of Washington and Colorado where financing has sometimes been hard to come by. … Another indication of the growing recognition that …
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Smoking cessation may improve mental health

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Health professionals who treat people with psychiatric problems often overlook their patients' smoking habits, assuming it's best to tackle depression, anxiety or substance abuse problems first. However, new research at Washington University School of …
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