Opioid settlement plan faces backlash over Sackler immunity
A Seattle Times guest editorial argues against a Purdue Pharma bankruptcy plan that would grant blanket immunity to the Sackler family and related associates in exchange for 4.5 billion dollars for treatment and mitigation. The July 14 voting deadline weighs against the plan, while Washington AG Bob Ferguson and others demand accountability for the opioid epidemic and the Sacklers’ role.
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Republicans push voting limits amid big lie backlash
The article argues Republican state lawmakers push hundreds of voter access bills after baseless fraud claims about 2020. It notes courts found no fraud and cites Democrats pushing HR1 For the People Act to expand registration and voting protections, opposed by Ashley Hinson and House Republicans.
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Russian Weaponry On Parade Promotes Vote No
A call to action urges readers to vote against Republicans in 2022 by registering to vote, updating registration, and encouraging others to participate, framed as defending democracy.
Parental risk choices in child activities and zero risk fallacy
Lenore Skenazy argues that fear driven for zero risk options harms children and misses broader dangers. She cites David Leonhardt on vaccinated status and notes drowning and car accidents exceed COVID-19 mortality, while outside play has dwindled to minutes daily.
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David Leonhardt
New York Times
Leonhardt
Woke white women and the cost of online flags
Editorial fellow Althea Cole reflects on a social media misstep over a satirical Biden post and the broader tension in race conversations. She cites a white woman who urged restraint and emphasizes the need for constructive dialogue, challenging woke culture.
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