Debate over Polls in Politics and Free Expression
The piece argues against banning opinion polls as suppression of free expression. Citing Turkey where military rulers banned polls and a leading paper Gunaydin, it asserts polling itself is a form of public dialogue. Suppression risks undermining information value and democratic process.
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Parental Rights in Life Support Case Shaped by New York Courts
In Port Jefferson a family faced surgery or death for an infant with spina bifida and hydrocephalus. New York Court of Appeals upheld parental decision making against state and outsider interference, warning against government or court intrusion into private family choices.
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New York State
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Reagan PR mastery or hollow charm in politics
The piece critiques Ronald Reagan's public relations approach, praising pool reporting and TV savvy while questioning underlying policy and long term effect. It argues PR can win attention and votes but risks poisoning public trust without real governance.
Inmates defend basic rights and care facility concerns
The writer argues inmates deserve basic human rights and sanity aids like phones and an exercise room. They condemn sensational TB outbreak reporting by Channel 9 and urge accuracy. They also credit Williston Jones for Coe College’s founding and critique insurance dividend notions amid inflation.
Reworded prayer and Christmas displays spark debate
The writer jokes about nativity displays and church state issues around Christmas. They mock Equal Rights Amendment advocates pushing changes to religious language. The piece ends with a satirical suggestion of gender inclusive alterations to the Lord's Prayer.
US Should Drop Nuclear Missiles in Europe Debate
The speaker argues against placing nuclear weapons in Europe, warning it could provoke a first strike from Russia and cause global protests over Pershing IIs. Proposes alternatives like submarine-launched missiles off Europe and keeping Pershing IIs out of NATO countries.
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Europe
United States
NATO
Right One e eto Singularly Tricky Language Note
A discussion on whether couple should be treated as singular or plural in modern style guides. It cites AP UPI and USA Today examples and argues for consistent agreement with its or their to avoid awkward phrasing.
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Coe College
Associated Press
United Press International
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