Will World Cup spark soccer into America's mainstream spectator sport
Tim Wendel argues that World Cup viewership surged with Team USA's run, rivaling NBA finals ratings and drawing large crowds at venues like AT&T Stadium and Soldier Field. He cites convenient scheduling, shorter games, drama of upsets, and renewed youth participation as factors that could push soccer toward a lasting national presence.
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Soccer mockery meets World Cup memory and sports ethics
Guest columnist Andrew G. Biggs reflects on soccer and American sports culture. He recalls watching the 1994 World Cup final in London, notes the perceived flopping and injury theatrics, and argues American football and basketball demand higher strategic play and teamwork.
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Akin's Backlash and the GOP’s Turbulent Rebranding
Leonard Pitts Jr argues Todd Akin reopens controversy with Firing Back while the GOP struggles to shed anger driven image. He notes Akin retracts apology, GOP establishment fights tea party, and figures like Palin Cheney Cruz face scrutiny as the party seeks a more serious, reality grounded identity.
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Moral clarity in Gaza acknowledged by Krauthammer
Charles Krauthammer sharply contrasts Israeli actions with Hamas tactics in a column arguing moral clarity in the Gaza conflict. He criticizes international double standards, notes past Israeli concessions, and pleads for European and global observers to recognize Israel’s right to self defense.
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