Potter inspires readers to explore worlds beyond Potter
The editorial urges embracing Harry Potter while promoting other authors for young readers. It notes C S Lewis and J R R Tolkien as classics and highlights Lemony Snicket Artemis Fowl and Charlie Bone as newer options. It mentions Paolini and ongoing film adaptations to broaden interest in fantasy.
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Hidden Iraq War Bills Surge as VA Costs Climb
The St. Petersburg Times reports that the Bush administration underestimated veterans medical care costs by 2.6 billion for this year and next. VA funding shortfalls prompted Congress to seek emergency funding after public warnings from Democrats.
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Business Manager Ellen Priest at Aiken Standard
Ellen C. Priest serves as business manager at the Aiken Standard. Letitia Jefferson is listed as customer service manager at the same publication.
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Harry Potter series sparks readers and fans drive sales
The interviewee praises Harry Potter as action packed from start to finish and notes kids who wouldn’t read before are drawn in. He cites strong fan base as key to record sales and says many readers collect all the books.
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Delano Grape Strike's 40th Anniversary and Farm Worker Rights
Column recalls the Delano Grape Strike lasting five years with 5000 workers yielding the first U.S. farm worker bargaining agreements. It notes ongoing gaps in protections, the Bracero Program, NAFTA’s impact, and current campaigns including a renewed push for collective bargaining with Gallo Wineries led by Claudia Rodriguez-Zinn of Global Exchange.
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Protesters and terrorists differ in aims and legality
Rosabeth Moss Kanter argues that protests defend democracy while terrorism rejects law and rights. She distinguishes lawful speech and assembly from violent acts, urging dialogue for protesters and severe legal action against terrorists. The piece emphasizes protecting democratic norms amid global security fears.
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