Open primaries offer a path out of partisan gridlock
Bloomberg Opinion argues that open primaries, by voting across party lines and including independents, could broaden electorates and curb extremism. It notes Colorado, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, New Mexico, and South Dakota vote on open primaries, with Alaska battling repeal efforts. Open primaries may boost turnout and reduce polarization, though not eliminate it.
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Community Letters on Election Civility and Values
A reader urges civility in elections and public life, calling for honesty, kindness, tax fairness, and cooperation. They urge undecided voters to consider values in choosing representatives and condemn silence amid unethical conduct by politicians and surrogates.
UNICEF Malnutrition Alarm Urges Global Action
Guest column by William Lambers notes 2 million children face severe malnutrition as RUTF supplies run low in 12 nations including Sudan Congo and Nigeria. UNICEF seeks 165 million dollars to stock therapeutic foods and asks readers and Congress to fund and support relief efforts.
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Ghosts of the White House hauntings and lore
Guest columnist Tom Babbage recounts long running ghost tales linked to the White House. From Willie Lincoln’s death to sightings by Grace Coolidge Eleanor Roosevelt Susan Ford and Churchill, legends span presidents spouses and even Churchill’s bath episode. Babbage notes Lincoln’s ghost and other spirits persist through Obama era with anecdotes and questions about what is real.
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