Immigration policy debate warns against tough showdowns
The piece criticizes proposals like microchip implants for immigrants and using surveillance cameras or detention ships. It argues real solutions focus on jobs and smarter border management rather than punitive, militarized or invasive measures.
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Haditha killings prompt debate on Iraq strategy and justice
The Haditha incident prompts questions about military tactics and civilian casualties in Iraq. The piece weighs hot pursuit versus cold blood, cites Dresden and Hiroshima as grim analogies, and debates U S policy as Iraqi life and politics evolve. It considers Ri s e s claims and two peace scenarios before urging local leadership.
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Are we Bargaining with Iran or Not
A reflective column questions the U S approach to Iran over months of threats and now diplomacy. The author notes sharp policy reversals and compares it to Nixon and Kissinger shifting stance, ending with a prompt about a notable historical remark by Nixon.
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No Coulter and Bolton in a Great Wall satire
The speaker laments Ann Coulter promoting a new book and mocks John Bolton as a clumsy diplomat. They contrast calls for talks with Iran against past nuclear deals, hint at Cuban Missile Crisis lessons, and speculate on a sitcom led by Bolton.
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Soccer’s World Cup Lures U S Fans But Not Yet
Andrea Lewis argues the 2006 World Cup in Germany could expand U S interest as ESPN ABC plan wide coverage. She notes U S soccer growth via MLS and youth programs yet cites low attendance and American sports culture habits, with potential 5 billion global TV audience and 300 million finale viewers.
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Five-way Mexican presidential debate airs before election
Mexicans watched a five-candidate face to face event with Felipe Calderon Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador Roberto Madrazo Patricia Mercado and Roberto Campa as they tested poise under pressure and sparred on issues in the final countdown to the July election. Madrazo led the belligerent charge attacking Calderon and Fox's record amid a high tension campaign.
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Debate reshapes Mexican race as Lopez Obrador gains ground
The controversy filled faceoffs between Calderon Madrazo and Lopez Obrador. Calderon pressed leadership and attacked Lopez Obrador as populist while Madrazo blamed others for past errors. Lopez Obrador offered calm rebuttals and accused Calderon of favoritism. The exchange neutralized Madrazo and boosted Lopez Obrador ahead of the July 2 election in a tense prelude.
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Serbia’s President Seeks Friendly Ties After Montenegro Split
Boris Tadic, president of Serbia, calls for a peaceful separation with Montenegro. He aims to welcome the new state to the nations and hopes to hoist Serbia’s flag at the United Nations in New York.
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