Letters to the Editor on Gaza overreaction and violence
The writer defends sympathy for Israel yet condemns the lethal Israeli response to Gaza protests. They argue Jerusalem’s recognition worsened clashes, call Gaza open air prison conditions causing desperation, and condemn live fire as unjustified while noting nonviolent protests elsewhere yield milder reactions.
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Simon Ellis
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Gaza
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France
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Critique of a President’s Foreign and Domestic Fiscal Policies
A critical assessment accuses the president of scapegoating immigrants, fueling base support with rhetoric, and undermining democracy. It condemns arms deals with Saudi Arabia, withdrawal from the JCPOA, and damage to peace talks, arguing leadership failures threaten national and global stability. The piece warns Iran deal fallout may be minor compared to other emerging dangers.
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Vietnam
America
JCPOA
Iran
Timeline milestones on this date across history
On this date events include Patrick Henry opposing the Stamp Act in 1765, Norman Rockwell's Rosie the Riveter cover in 1943, the first Kennedy era food stamp pilots in 1961, and Janet Guthrie breaking gender barriers in the 1977 Indianapolis 500. The Thought for Today quotes La Fontaine.
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Norman Rockwell
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Saturday Evening Post
Rockwell
Rosie
Mary Doyle Keefe
Paynesville
West Virginia
John F. Kennedy
Janet Guthrie
Thoughts on life after death reunion reflections
In a family gathering discussion about life after death, JoAn Martin recounts varying beliefs from Heaven visions to Karma. The group notes speculation, hope, and the idea that anticipation enhances future beliefs, with Martin linking faiths and suggesting a shared moral imperative.
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Sally
Horace
Sylvester
Grandpa
Heaven
Smitty
Hitler
Healing schools as Texas debates gun limits and funding
Texas politics faces gun control and school funding questions after the Santa Fe and nationwide shootings. Gov. Abbott urges action beyond prayer, while Lt. Gov. Patrick links causes to culture and religion. Proposals include arming staff, school access controls, counselor funding, and revenue tweaks such as casino gambling, property tax reform, border security reallocations, and Medicaid expansion. Political writer Dave McNeely invites comment.
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Abbott
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Dan Patrick
Patrick
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Austin Independent School
AISD
Andrew White
Houston
Mark White
Rick Perry
Perry
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