Spain breaks with Francoism triggers new democratic era
After Franco's death in 1975 Spain rejects his long term blueprint to sustain Francoism. The public moves quickly toward democracy ending the 39 year rule and opening a transition to civilian government.
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AOL to Launch Online Commentary Magazine
Michael Kinsley was recruited by Microsoft Network to start an online commentary magazine after questioning whether most of the Web is junk. The piece also covers cultural notes from Hong Kong to Denmark, Jamaica coinage, Tonya Harding, Jerry Mathers, Franco’s death anniversary, and Spain’s political shifts.
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Teachers roast Gingrich with Doublespeak award
English teachers give Newt Gingrich the Doublespeak Award for 21 years of alleged double language in the Contract with America and To Renew America. Sen. Bob Dole and a bias-free writing group were runners-up, per the National Council of Teachers of English and Associated Press.
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National Council of Teachers of English
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