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The Ombudsman

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Issue Number 2, Winter 1995

Contents

  • It’s Only In Your Head by Peter T. Seal
  • A Matter of Degree by Joycelyn Sue Woods
  • Presidential Notes by Stan Novick
  • The Editor’s Letter
  • Important Dates to Remember
  • Recommended Reading
  • Important Publications & Presentations
  • In The News

The Ombudsman (SWEDISH)

  1. a government official (as in Sweden or New Zealand)
    appointed to receive and investigate complaints made by individuals against
    abuses or capricious acts of public officials.
  2. one that investigates reported complaints (as from
    students or consumers), reports findings, and helps to achieve equitable
    settlements.

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would be greatly appreciated. The National Alliance of Methadone Advocates is a
not-for-profit organization.

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