Racial policy and faith collide over Bob Jones University
The piece debates whether IRS rules against Bob Jones University’s interracial dating ban threaten religious freedom. It questions if religious belief can justify social policy, notes conflicts with public policy, and argues government must curb religion when it promotes racism while protecting true worship.
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Internal Revenue Service
Bob Jones University of
James Kilpatrick
Bob Jones University
Kirkwood brings back letter grade F replacing Q
Kirkwood Community College returns to using the F grade instead of the Q for fall. An F lowers the grade average and tuition forfeiture, but it will convert to a Q after 24 additional credit hours to protect transfer prospects. The move, backed by the Academic Policies and Procedures Committee, aims to restore discipline and study habits.
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Kirkwood Community College
Kirkwood
Draft equality debate on women registering for military service
The writer condemns the 6-3 Supreme Court ruling allowing male but not female registration under the Military Selective Service Act. He argues services decide gender balance and combat roles, doubts women can boost combat efficiency, and echoes Justice Marshall in favoring broader registration. He notes President Reagan’s stance on an all volunteer force and the middle-class disconnect from the military.
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Supreme Court
Thurgood Marshall
Congress
Tom Bevill
Alabama
Reagan
Court landmark would please trailblazer Myra Bradwell
Washington commentary notes Myra Bradwell's 19th century challenge to join the bar, the 1873 Supreme Court denial, and links to Sandra Day O'Connor's nomination. It argues a woman on the court could bring a distinct perspective while acknowledging debate on draft policy and civil rights. It closes urging women to volunteer and engage.
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Myra Bradwell
Washington
Sandra Day O’connor
Supreme Court
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Mrs. O'Connor
Bradwell
U.S. Supreme Court
Illinois
Salmon P. Chase
Sandra O’connor
Senate Judiciary Committee
Reagan Dominates Congress as Democrats Lose Grip
A White House backed budget bill passes amid Democratic defections as Republicans claim the House is no longer in Democratic hands. Analysts note Dixiecrat reformations and rising pressure from conservative PACs push moderates from both parties toward loyalty to Reagan. The era's voting patterns threaten future elections as incumbents face primary and general challenges.
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Thomas R. Harkin
Iowa
Reagan
Frank
Sam B. Hall Jr
Texas
White House
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