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...that President Bush has changed his emphasis from semiprivatization of Social Security to the solvency of the system [June 20]. But that is only because the Democrats have consistently pointed out that solvency is the real issue. Although the President has confounded the rest of the populace with his smoke-and-mirrors show on a range of other issues, Americans have so far refused to be misled on Social Security...
...well, at home. Fortunately, the "newer, better, cheaper" imperative of tech innovation is on the march here as much as in home entertainment. For protection against intruders, you can get a phone that meshes with your home-security system and doubles as a panic button. From fire-fighter-grade smoke masks to next-generation smoke detectors to a GPS collar that makes it easy to keep track of Rover no matter where he roams, here are gadgets to take care of everyone in the family...
SUPERSMART SMOKE DETECTORS Smoke detectors have made a big leap forward thanks to some simple wireless communication. First Alert and Kidde, the Coke and Pepsi of the smoke-detector business, have new systems that allow battery-powered detectors to share information when a potential fire is brewing. That way alarms can alert everyone in the house, not just those closest to the danger. Best of all, the systems are simple to set up: instead of wading through complex wiring diagrams or calling in the pros for an expensive installation, you just buy a few detectors, place them throughout your home...
FIRST ALERT has three different models in its OneLink line firstalert.com $50 to $90 a unit), currently available at Home Depot. The priciest includes smoke and carbon-monoxide detection and talks aloud, announcing throughout the house the specific location where a hazard has been detected...
PROMISE The fastidious Ohioan didn't drink or smoke. He wanted more time to train the Army, but Lincoln ordered him ahead, saying "They are green also...