Alabama education breakthrough stalled by politics and taxes
A commentary argues the Alabama special session fails to advance education as lawmakers and leaders clash over funding. It contends a one cent sales tax or tax removals could raise needed funds, while political opposition delays trade schools and junior colleges in favor of broader education funding.
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Washington Calling Fulbright Not the Most Popular Senator
Washington columnist William White critiques the senators named in a lobbyist funded campaign cash flow. Hubert Humphrey and Paul Douglas receive $500 and $100 respectively, highlighting lobbying influence while defending the integrity of the lawmakers involved.
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Minnesota
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Illinois
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What Kind of Character by Arlie B Davidson
A short reflection on character and its role in daily life. It asks how a person behaves under pressure and whether actions align with honesty and consideration for others. The piece prompts self evaluation of ethics and consistency across circumstances.
Kennedy Aids and Catholic ties strain U S policy
Drew Pearson surveys internal Kennedy administration tensions with Catholic figures and Protestant allies over Cuba policy and peace efforts. He notes CIA chief John McCone's stance, Bobby Kennedy’s Cuba opposition, and how church ties shape maneuvers with Khrushchev era tensions.
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JFK
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National Security Council
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CIA
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John McCone
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McCone
Cuae Ae
Oscar Pino-Santos
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Prices stay steady as postwar expansions diverge
An analysis notes prices have remained unusually stable through four postwar expansions. Wholesale nonfood prices fell 0.5 percent while consumer prices rose about 2.1 percent, driven largely by services and food costs. The piece argues competitive markets, excess plant capacity, and cost-cutting improve profits without triggering inflation.
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Hall Syndicate, Inc
Minuteman Test Is Fifth Of Series
The Air Force launched a Minuteman inter continental missile in the fifth test of reliability across the Pacific Missile Range. After two failures, the last three tests succeeded. The solid fuel missile was declared operational last year and is being installed at several domestic bases.
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Air Force
Pacific Missile Range
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