Our Schools Must Go Back To The Basics
A federal report shows most American students struggle with written expression across grades. The piece argues for reading, grammar fundamentals, and extensive practice to improve clear thinking and writing, urging all teachers to demand quality writing and a return to traditional standards.
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James J. Kilpatrick
Aiken Standard
Enormous Market for Good Men in Government
Knight Ridder Service laments modern presidential candidates after analyzing mug shots of 1988 hopefuls. It recalls Washington Jefferson Adams and Jackson as exemplars of public virtue and notes a decline in character, complexity, and courage in today’s officials. It argues television and money hinder excellence and urges voters to support a worthy 18th century standard.
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George Washington
Thomas Jefferson
Washington
Perot Leaves GM After Public Clash Over Change
H Ross Perot resigns from General Motors board after clashing with executives over governance and strategy. He criticized perks and slow decisions, sparked by his push for streamlined processes and customer focus, while GM shuts plants and trims profits.
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H. Ross Perot
General Motors Corp
Mr. Perot
Texas
Electronic Data Systems
Perot
Henry Ford II
Lee Iacocca
Roger Smith
EDS
Ford
Chrysler
Reader Letters Debate Reagan Vote Figures and Iran Contra
Ashley Cooper letters critique Park Howard figures claiming 60 percent voting and 0.22 percent Reagan support. The writer estimates 14 percent opposed Reagan and discusses Watergate similarities and Iran Contra implications. The piece ends with reflections on Reagan’s leadership and a Humorous vignette.
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Park Howard
Reagan
Ronald Reagan
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