Fab Five and Duke Rivalry Stir Debate Over Race and Sports
Arkansas Democrat-Gazette columnist notes how NCAA basketball zeal fuels passion and controversy. It contrasts Jalen Rose and Grant Hill histories, Duke’s reputation, and the ESPN Fab Five documentary, exploring race, class, and authenticity in sports culture.
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Today in History Highlights Major Milestones by Date
On this day the state of New York passes a law to gradually abolish slavery. The Cumberland Road is authorized as a federal highway. The Knights of Columbus are established. Coca Cola is first brewed in Atlanta. A Los Angeles jury calls for the death penalty for Charles Manson and associates. U.S. combat troops leave South Vietnam. The Dow closes above 10,000 for the first time in 1999.
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Parents must step up in style wars and parenting
Kathryn Lopez argues that mothers and fathers must reclaim authority over teens' dress and sexuality amidst feminist shifts. She cites cultural pressures from Tide ads and cultural critique by Meeker and Grossman, urging tougher maternal guidance and protective fatherly involvement to set higher standards and foster modesty.
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Kathryn Lopez
National Review Online
Delivery hours and redelivery phone for Baytown Sun
The notice states newspaper delivery by 6 a.m. Tuesday through Friday and by 8 a.m. Sunday. If late, call 2.1 425-8066 by a.m. weekdays or b: 11 a.m. Sundays for redelivery. Circulation opens Tuesday to Friday 8 a.m.–5 p.m. and Sundays 10 a.m.–2 p.m. at Eshbach Community member location.
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