Melania Trump speech plagiarism furor echoes past first ladies
Daily Telegraph columnist James H. "Smokey" Shott weighs in on the controversy over Melania Trump’s Republican convention address. He argues that similar phrasing appears across many politicians and first ladies, and that using common ideas does not prove theft. He notes Michelle Obama and others used parallel sentiments, and suggests media overreaction aims to distract from broader failures.
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Bluefield Daily Telegraph Editorial Message
The Bluefield Daily Telegraph lists staff including News Editor Randy Mooney Publisher Samantha Perry Editor Andy Patton Asst. Managing Editor Charles Owens Sports Editor Brian Woodson and quotes a biblical verse about outward righteousness versus inner hypocrisy.
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Hatfield McCoy Trail eyes record 40000 permits for coming year
The Hatfield McCoy Trail Authority forecasts 40 000 permits sold this fiscal year as Mercer and McDowell counties lead in sales and ridership. Jeff Lusk notes 83 percent of permits go to non residents from all 50 states and 13 foreign countries. He urges more lodging, lodging infrastructure, and potential zip line development to capitalize on tourism growth along the five county, 600 mile system spanning Pocahontas and Indian Ridge trails.
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Clinton free college plan faces practical and political hurdles
Dan Thomasson argues Hillary Clinton's proposal for universal free public higher education would burden taxpayers and states while hurting private and smaller colleges. He notes funding would require federal and state money with opt out options, risking higher tuition elsewhere and broader debt. He warns of political motives and uncertain costs, suggesting more state support as a cure.
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