Israels Uganda raid saves hostages in Entebbe crisis
The Entebbe rescue ended with 71 Israeli and all French hostages freed after a 2400 mile operation using three planes. Three Israeli hostages and the commandos’ leader died, 20 Ugandan troops were killed, and 19 wounded. Uganda’s Amin condemned the raid while many Western leaders praised the action as justified.
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New Presidential Candidates Lacking Appeal Compared to Kennedy Era
George Gallup reports Carter Ford and Reagan ratings from a May 21 24 survey of 1 543 adults. Carter receives 25 percent highly favorable while Ford and Reagan get 22 percent each. Voters cite Carter's personality factors such as honesty straightforwardness and a new face as key appeal.
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Grousing About Judicial Literacy
A Washington columnist critiques this term’s Supreme Court prose as dense and tedious. He cites examples, praises historic writers, and laments the current batch’s long sentences and foggy phrasing while urging clearer, livelier writing.
Economic Stats Least Misleading Economic Stats Least Misleading
In New York AP reports economists defend national economic indicators as well produced though revisions are common. They warn against interpreting a single month's data as a trend while noting speed drives initial releases and later refinements.
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United States
Albert Cox
Lionel D. Edie & Co
Council of Economic Advisers
The American Republic on its 200th Birthday
An essay reflects on the American Revolution and the rise of an educated elite after World War II. It notes how ordinary men challenged elites, the clash of egalitarian and elitist impulses, and the era’s perceived economic stability and policy influence.
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Europe
Decline of Confidence in American Governance Courts and Press
The analysis traces mid 20th century disillusion with the American establishment. It notes inflation, urban strife, and perceived corruption, alongside populist backlash, distrust of big corporations, and a politicized judiciary. The piece warns that egalitarian shifts may have weakened governance and public trust.
Justice Satire on Jane and the Courts
A column denounces bias in sentencing, using a 27 year old mother of two jailed for stealing four Mother’s Day cards to critique wealth, status, and court outcomes. It contrasts petty shoplifting with corporate fraud and political corruption, ending with a harsh, graphic critique of justice and Lady Justice.
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Letter to the Editor on Athens school hiring dispute
A reader criticizes the Athens Education Association for opposing the hiring of Bill Whaley as physical education teacher and basketball coach. The letter argues the association harms both Whaley and Gibson, defends school boards on hiring decisions, and questions the board’s responsibility and qualifications.
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