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Tauscher takes lead on seeking federal transportation funding REP. ELLEN TAUSCHER is taking a welcome proactive step toward obtaining federal transportation money for East Bay projects, should Congress pass another stimulus package. Editorial: Forget any federal bailout for state ONCE AGAIN CALIFORNIA faces a massive budget deficit dilemma. Only this time it's bigger than ever — $27.8 billion over the next year and a half. Editorial: The costs of wildfires GOP must return to true conservatism System not working State budget system is just not working Don't bailout automakers without concessions Kramer should have followed the rules Balancing state budget requires spending cuts, revenue increases Flawed house-flip plan needs revision

Letters to the Editor


	Easy solution Contra Costa Times letters Valley Times Nov. 21 letters to the editor Tax hike needed

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	Gary Bogue: It's time to make sure your cat's collar is safe Dick Allen's brief stint with A's was memorable Review: Berkeley Rep's 'Arabian Nights' a magical night of theater Gary Bogue: Belling the cat is an urban myth and doesn't work.

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Theft of Elder Nation: An editorial series

Read about the growing problem of elder financial abuse in the Times' recent 'Theft of Elder Nation' editorial series. Get tips, find resources, and add your own thoughts to the discussion.

Guest Commentary


	Readers Forum: Still long way to the green Readers Forum: Hopes and expectation of Obama election Your Turn: Many challenges ahead for the nation Your Turn: It costs much to buck City Hall

Syndicated Columnists


	Ruben Navarrette Jr: Would not be that hard for GOP to make peace with Hispanics Eugene Robinson: Investigation needed to restore our national honor Tom Purcell: The truth about government Ellen Goodman: Beyond Palin and Clinton, the election marked a sea change for women

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