Women In Politics

You could pay more – lots more – if Bush tax cuts aren’t renewed
WASHINGTON – Here’s some pressure for lawmakers: If they don’t reach agreement on extending soon-to-expire Bush-era tax cuts, nearly all their constituents back home will get big tax increases. A typical family of four with a household income of $50,000 a year would have to pay $2,900 more in taxes in 2011, according to a new analysis by Deloitte Tax LLP, a tax consulting firm. The same family …

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Grads have degrees, memories, lots of debt
Colleges and universities across the state will award degrees to thousands of graduates during commencement exercises this weekend. In addition to memories, students will take with them debt: Heavy, brand-new-car-level debt.

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Volleyball: Lots of teams dangerous
On Tuesday, 16-team draws were announced for the boys and coed volleyball playoffs. Neither sport is played at the state level, but four-round county tournaments are slated to begin Wednesday, with championship games scheduled for Thursday, May 13 at Magruder High.

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