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The statistics are highly misleadingA resounding "No!" to California lowering its alcohol threshold for DUI to .05.The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration says 10,000 people die each year in alcohol-related traffic accidents and if all states lowered their blood alcohol content limits to  
 
Must leave trees in Oakland Hills aloneIn 1660, there weren't enough tall trees left in England to make warship masts. In 1700, you could traverse Ohio without seeing the sun.  
 
IRS scandal should frighten everyoneThe IRS scandal targeting conservative groups should strike fear into all citizens, since it could be you next time.  
 
Dumping payroll cap would fix problemAs a retiree, about half of my income comes from Social Security, a program that even Republicans value. But I am concerned that the government is looking for ways to reduce benefits, and I just don't think this is necessary.  
 
Jackson, Warriors took us all on a wild rideThe Golden State Warriors season can be summed up not in words but in one picture: coach Mark Jackson hugging Jarrett Jack at the conclusion of Thursday's game against San Antonio in which the Warriors were both winners and losers.  
 
 
 
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