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- .x a k K j m a. - a nvjkf v * * ij/iliiuij/tiiAuli • tf Cii/ilCWMi/i 11 OLf I U«MlllSili i 4 » 11 < PLA1NDEALER --~ Editorial' Opinion The Equality Goal In recent decades much confusion has arisen in America about equality. The republic was founded on the ideal of equal opportunity (which in fact did not exist at the time) and equal opportunity is all any government can offer. That, at least, is the view of Ralf Dahrendorf, director of the London School of Economics, the author of a new book, Life Chances. Dahrendorf poses the case for inequality, which of course in life is inevitable. Hope, he says, springs from differences and not sameness, and liberty from inequality rather than equality. In other words, the author believes that western governments which attempt to make everyone equal, or equalize benefits, are attempting the impossible. He believes government emphasis should shift from equalizing benefits, living standards and welfare to incentives, tax relief and differentiation. What Dahrendorf attempts to show is that the incentive of early Americans to improve their status by hard work, living with differences among each other, is the goal to real progress, not government programs to force equality of sameness. The mo6t government can do is provide equal opportunity, under the law. Socially, of course, there never has been and never will be equality. Social Security A study of our present Social Security system has just been completed by the American Enterprise institute;. Begun in 1935, the system was originally intended to provide a minimum incotne for those no longer able to work. Since, inequities and welfare characteristics have invaded the system and, in the view of many and the recent AEI study, changes are needed. The major concept change should be a scaling down of benefits for those now favored unfairly and an end to discriminations against others. One suggestion is that private savings be encouraged, perhaps with tax advantages, and minimum income should be guaranteed only to those who have contributed for 35 years. Those not covered would be eligible for supplemental security income, AFDC-aid to families with dependent children- and food stamps. These programs are already in operation, Today's minimum Social Security payment, it's suggested in the study, should be terminated. It is $122 and such aid can be obtained from other government welfare systems. The study also recommends a new system for married couples, to be considered as a single unit, whose earned benefits are split 50-50. This removes the present bias against working wives. Finally, retirees should receive a fairer distribution of what has been paid in over the years. Lower-paid workers would still enjoy an advantage but those who earned higher salaries would not be as badly discriminated against as now. Since Social Security taxes move sharply upward in January, and since reserves are beginning to cause worry about the system's financial soundness, reform is urgent. Roll Call Report (Your Congressmen's Vote) WASHINGTON - Here's how area members of Congress were recorded on major roll call votes after returning from the Labor Day recess. HOUSE Health Research--By a vote of 292 for and 48 against, the House passed the Health Research act of 1980, whose most controversial feature was the clamping of tighter congressional control over the National Institutes of Health. The NIH has 11 institutes, each of which conducts biomedical research into a disease or group of diseases. Presently, only two of the 11 must come to Congress periodically to get their funding authorizations renewed. The bill requires, in part, that the budgets of all 11 institutes receive annual scrutiny on Capitol Hill. The bill (HR 7036), which authorizes $4.07 billion for the NIH in fiscal 1981, was sent to conference with the Senate. Rep. Henry Waxman, D-Calif., a supporter, refuted charges that the tighter budget control would politicize NIH research, saying "decisions regarding the kind of research and how it ought to be conducted are decisions to be made by scientists, not those in political office." Hep .Jim Ix»ach, R-Iowa, an opponent, said frequent budget review poses the "danger of politicizing what has been to date a noncontroversial, broadly supported program...." Members voting "yea" favored final passage of the bill. Robert McClory, R-13, and John Anderson, R-16, voted "yea." D.C. Budget--The House voted, 218 for and 144 against, to lower from $296.6 million to $290.6 million the "federal payment" to the District of Columbia for fiscal 1981. The payment compensates D.C. for tax revenue it cannot collect on federal and foreign embassy property, and for the special costs of administering the nation's capital. D.C. raises most of its operating budget with local taxes. The vote came during debate on an appropriations bill (HR 8061). Rep. James Collins, R-Tex., a supporter, said: "When we have 21.2 percent of the budget for people to sit on welfare, we have a discouraging problem.... Anybody in Washington, D.C., who wants to work on ditches, who wants to wash dishes, who wants to do any kind of basic job, can get a job tomorrow." Rep. Louis Stokes, D-Ohio, an opponent, said the D.C. government has shown admirable restraint by cutting its payroll by 2,000 jobs, and said the House should not act "irresponsibly" by inflicting the $6 million cut in the federal payment. Members voting "yea" favored a two percent across-the- board cut in the federal payment to D.C. McClory voted "nay." Anderson did not vote Abortion--The House rejected, 182 for and 192 against, an amendment to prohibit any federal money appropriated for the District of Columbia to be used to pay for abortions. The vote came during debate on HR 8061 (see preceding vote). Rep. Robert Dornan, R-Calif., the sponsor, said "abortion is the great moraUssue of our day, as w»s chattel slavery in the For Your Informat ion Dear friends, The bereaved family needc the help of frien­ ds in overcoming grief - someone with whom to relivo the joys and sorrows, the doubts and cer­ tainties. Their need continues not just for hours, but for days, weeks, even many months. Good friends, thru their understanding and strength, can turn grief into a healing, restoring experience. Respectfully, PETER M.JISTEN & SON FUNERAL HOME TUB BEFENSE SeCttWY SAYS THE RUSSIANS CAN KNOCK OUT OUR MlNUTEAMM MISSfLES RIGHT/N THE rT"MAV0e T>Wri5 WHY silos; Tfcy CALL BMTfiE MINLfTEMAN... rroNLV TAKES A MINUTE TO PeSTROVTHEM ALL! PROPA F£W ON % Propose Tougher Checks On Food Stomp Applicants People applying for food stamps could be asked to provide more proof of in­ formation on their ap­ plications under a rule proposed this past month by the Department of Agriculture. Currently, all persons applying for food stamps must document their in­ come, Social Security number, and certain medical and utility ex­ penses. Persons who are not U.S. citizens must prove that they are legal aliens who have been admitted to this country for permanent residence. States are also permitted to require all applicants to provide proof of their liquid assets. In addition, states must require proof of a number of other eligibility factors, such as rent or household composition, whenever the information provided by an applicant is questionable. The proposed rule would give states authority to c o n d u c t a d d i t i o n a l verification by allowing1 states to require proof from every applicant to all shelter expenses, all child care expenses, and household size, liie proposed rule would allow states to require documentation of these factors, whether or not the information supplied by the a p p l i c a n t a p p e a r e d questionable. Other changes in the new regulations would expand the authroity of states to conduct home visits and* contact persons who may have information about a p p l i c a n t s , r e q u i r e verification of household identity and residency in every case, and permit more verification of information provided by destitute h o u s e h o l d s s e e k i n g emergency food stamps. While the new proposal should help reduce food stamp errors, Assistant Secretary Foreman ex­ pressed concern that the rules could have limited impact in those states that lack the staff to conduct sufficient verification. "We are worried that some states do not have enough staff to check out information on food stamp applications with sufficient thoroughness," she said. "No matter what the verification rules are, the job cannot be done properly if states are short on staff." State Regulates 750,000 Professions, Businesses The State currently regulates the professional activities of more than 700,000 individual Illinoisans and approximately 50,000 additional businesses within the state, Comptroller Roland W. Burr is has reported. In his current monthly ' fiscal report, he gives special focus to nine state agencies which directly regulate professional and business activities in Illinois (as classified in the 1981 budget.) The monthly report also shows some signs of revenue slippage as the recession peaks in Illinois and federal aid declines, but the economic outlook indicates positive new trends. The Illinois recovery, however, is expected to be gradual. Here are some of the highlights of the special report on the state regulatory agencies: The Department of Registration and Education currently licenses 32 professions and occupations, requiring some 100 different kinds of licenses, affecting 600,000 Illinoisans. The department no longer supervises the State Natural History, Geological, and Water surveys, and the State museum, but now con­ centrates on regulation. Its total 1980 budget, in fact, went for that purpose. The Department of In­ surance, charged with en­ forcing the Illinois Insurance code and protecting con­ sumers, examines and licenses about 80,000 in: surance agents and some 30,000 brokers. Revenues from licenses and fees more than offset the costs of regulation. The Illinois Commerce Commission, heavily in­ volved in utility rates, supervision of motor carriers and safety of gas pipelines and railroad tracks, is currently regulating over 20,000 common contract motor carriers operating in Illinois. Its fee revenues have far exceeded expenditures for the last five years. Department of Financial Institutions. This agency currently grants licenses and charters to ap­ proximately 4,500 currency exchanges, consumer finance companies and credit unions. Revenues from licensing are basically sufficient to pay the cost of regulation. The Office of the Savings and Loan Commissioner -v,rides,,"herdM on state- chartered savings and loans, last century....It is a national disgrace that the nation's capital (since 1975) has had more abortions than live births...." Rep. Tim Lee Carter, R-Ky., an apponent of the amendment, said federal funding of abortions should be permitted when it's necessary to save the life of the mother or when rape or incest has occurred. "I ask you., .to stand up and do what you would do if your own child were affected in this way," he told his colleagues. Members voting "yea" wanted a total ban on federal funding of abortions in D.C. McClory voted "yea." Anderson did not vote. SENATE Boosting U.S. Exports--The Senate voted, 64 for and 13 against, in favor of spending $100 million over five years to stimulate the development of private trading companies which would help U.S. companies sell abroad. This vote killed an attempt to delete the funding, to be funnelled through the Economic Development Administration and the Small Business Administration. Those wanting to delete the money said the EDA and SBA should be able to find $20 million a year in their basic operating budgets. The vote came during debate on a bill (S 2718; later passed and seilt to the House) which, in part, allows banks to invest in the trading companies. Sen. Adlai Stevenson, D-Ill., a supporter of the $100 million outlay, said the money would help to bring about "more profit for American industry and agriculture, a stronger balance of trade, and also more revenues for the federal government." Sen. Jesse Helms, R-N.C., who wanted to delete the money, said: "Why do we have to tack on 20 million more of the taxpayers' dollars just to make something look good? I think the taxpayer is getting tired of this fiddle that we play up here...." Senators voting "yea" wanted a special $100 million outlay to provide financial assistance to trading companies to be formed as a result of S 2718. Sens. Adlai Stevenson, D, and Charles Percy, R, voted "yea." ARE YOU NEW IN McHenry Area? Do You Knot* Someone New? WE WOULD LIKE TO EXTEND A ROYAL WELCOME TO EVERY NEWCOMER TO OUR AREA!!!!! CALL LORRAINE MONAHAN 385-5475 JUNE VOIGHT 385-2850 aV *0, rrmrmrrn KNOW TOUR MEM0YAI WELCOME DOES IT BEST service „ corporations, and mortgage banking cor­ porations. Some 233 charters were issued in 1980 and regulatory fees covered the operating costs of the agency. The Commissioner of Banks and Trust Companies, which supervises state banks, trust companies and foreign bank branches, focuses on approximately 860 State banks, though the total number of banks in Illinois is about 1,400. Revenues support the regulation almost evenly. The Liquor Control Commission must regulate the alcoholic beverage sales of almost 22,000 licensed retail, wholesale, and manufacturing outlets thrdughout the state and rule on liquor law violations. Revenues more than pay for operations. Illinois Racing Board. This "policing" agency for pari- mutuel racing in, Illinois is now upgrading race track facilities as well. It's revenues-more than 12 times its operating costs in 1980-go into eight different State funds. The Industrial Com­ mission resolves disputes over worker's compensation claims. Since the law in­ creased benefits in July 1975, caseloads have risen dramatically, rising from 40,117 in 1975 to 77,559 in 1980, a 93 percent increase. - In summary, annual State spending for regulation of occupations and business has increased by more than $10 million in the last five years, but revenues from the regulatory efforts have climbed $32.8 million, reaching $200 million in 1980. And, to guard against o v e r - r e g u l a t i o n , t h e governor and the General Assembly have approved a proposal to keep new regulatory statutes off the books unless there is a documented need to protect the public. Lawmakers are also looking to "Sunset" review and revision of the state's regulatory efforts. Here, in brief, is how the state's fiscal health looked in July. Total revenues from all sources to the general funds for July reached $602 million, but that is $13 million or 2.1 percent below the same month last year. State income tax receipts are up $15 million or 9.9 percent over a year ago. Sales taxes-a key recession indicator-declined $5 million or 2.4 percent from the Julv 1979 figure. Public utility taxes soared 39.4 percent over the same period last year. Inheritance taxes rose 33.3 percent or $3 million over July 1979. McHENRY, ILLINOIS - 383-0063 SERVICE LINE McHENRY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE ItS-4300 FAMILY SERVICE S MENTAL HEALTH CLINIC 3409 W Wauluigon Rood Mr Hum y 1 385 6400 PARENTAL STRESS LINE OF McHENRY Meeting Ploce McHenry County 24 hours a day. 7 days a week CallSI^ 344 3944 Parents Anonymous meetings on Wednesday. STATE CHAMBER GOVERNMENT REGULATIONS HOTLINE 217 522 5514 FEDERAL GOVERNMENT GENERAL SERVICES ADMINISTRATION 202 755 8660 Hours 7:30 a.m to 5:30 p.m. week days (Ever had a problem involving the federal government and not known where to call? And then been given a runaround or referrals by persons who meant well but didn t know how to help? Ten specialist available ot this center.) NATIONAL RUN-AWAY SWITCHBOARD Illinois Phone 800 972 6004 (For confidential conversations on problems dealing with run away children ) MOVING HOTLINE PhoneSOO 424 9213 (Complaints about interstate moving by companies buses or trains. Sponsored by Interstate Commerce commission) CONSUMER PRODUCT SAFETY COMMISSION PHONE 800 638 2666 (For questions or complaints on products ranging from toys to ovens) NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION Phone 800 424 9393 (Answers questions about automobile safety defects or .wheather a particular model has ever been recalled Valuable for those interested in buying a used car) ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF CHILDREN AND FAMILY SERVICES ^ 1 Child Abuse Center McHenry County (312)546 2150 CONSUMER PRODUCT SAFETY COMMISSION 000 638 2666 (Operates five national lines Answers inquires obout or repor­ ting on the safety of products from kitchen appliances to children s toys.) r NATIONAL SOLAR HEATING AND COOLING INFORMATION CENTER 800 523 2929 P O Box 1607 Rockville Md 20850 (Dispenses inlormation on solar systems foi heating and cooling to anyone from architects to home owners looking for o sun powered hot water system) CONSUMER PROTECTION DIVISION 312 793 3580 Chicago ill BIRTHRIGHT Pregnant ' Need Help9 Counseling Set vice. 385 2999 24 houi Answer ing Servit e YOUTH SERVICE BUREAU FOR McHENRY COUNTY 4719 W. Elm St.. McHenry Phone: 344-3240 24 It on i CIISIS Intervention and Confidential Counseling for youth and families An you concerond about youi angiy feelinqs toward your childien'J24 houi Poienlol Stioss line 344 3944 ILLINOIS STATE CHAMBER HOTLINE PIhmh' 217 522 5514 Aiv>wci to questions on government i iHiulotiiins MENTAL HEALTH 1-800-892 8900 (Crisis Center Lin* for McHenry Co. 24-Hour Emergency number and professional staff will answer your call. Sponsoring ogency- McHenry County Comprehensive Mental Health Service System. Investment income, too, climbed 16.7 percent above the last July's level. The Bottom Line: Revenues from state sources increased by $40 million, but Federal sources dropped by $53 million. On the Illinois economic front, there are fresh signs that the recession is bot­ toming out, but unem­ ployment figures indicate a slow recovery for Illinois. Housing, auto, and retail sales are all on the rise again, but still below last year's levels. The Illinois unemployment rate hit 9.8 percent in July, compared with 8.6 percent in June, and 7.9 percent in May. Auto industry ills play a key role. WHAT S NEW HYDROPONICS No weeds no soil. Just add water and nutrient to this automatic feeding reservoir. Use all year round in your window to grow your own salads, tomatoes or flowers. From Hydroponics Division, Market Makers. Inc., 900 Route 9, Woodbridge, N. J. 07095. WHO KNOWS? 1. How long does it take the moon to complete a circuit around the earth? 2. What is the distance of the sun from the earth? 3. What is a metronome? 4. What do aviators mean by "zero-zero" weather? 5. Which is the only con­ tinent without a desert? 6. Name the first hurri­ cane of the 1980 season. 7. Identify Deutschland. 8. Is the earth closer to the moon in winter or summer? 9. What did Delilah, Mata-Hari and Edith Cavell have in common? 10.How old are the oldest redwood trees? Answers To Who Knows 1. 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