Boris Yeltsin dies at 76 legacy of Russia’s democracy fight
Our View recalls Boris Yeltsin who helped end the Soviet Union and led Russia through turbulent democratic reforms. He climbed a tank in August 1991 to rally resistance, promoted free speech and elections, but also oversaw costly Chechen wars and crises. His mixed record shaped a fragile transition to democracy and market openness.
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Chechnya
Ahmadinejad invites Bush to bilateral and global talks
Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad announces readiness to negotiate with President Bush on bilateral, regional, and international issues after prior remarks about a televised debate on global topics.
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Mahmoud Ahmadinejad
Telegram invites signed letters to editor
The Telegram invites letters to the editor signed with the writer’s address and phone number. All letters will be confirmed prior to publication and may be edited for libel and length. Letters should be under 500 words, with general thank you notes allowed. form letters, poems, consumer complaints, and business testimonials will not be printed.
The First Amendment Text for Public Discourse
The excerpt states Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion or prohibiting the free exercise thereof. It also protects freedom of speech and of the press and the right to assemble and petition the government for redress of grievances.
Campus unease echoes Virginia Tech tragedy on Memphis visit
Washington Post columnist David Broder recalls Virginia Tech killings' impact on University of Memphis students. He notes open campuses, limited campus police, and the challenge of recognizing danger, with students weighing safety, gun laws, and personal vigilance amid ongoing fear.
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Reforming U S Foreign Policy After Iraq War Debate
Marcus Raskin calls for a 180 degree shift in U S policy toward the United Nations and global development. He argues to cut military intervention, end nuclear first strike threats, pursue disarmament and negotiations with Syria and Iran, and fund international aid while fostering cooperation over conflict.
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Limit First Amendment Debate on Violence in Media
Op ed argues violence in movies TV and games shapes youth and calls for First Amendment limits and censorship. Cites Virginia Tech and industry names while urging readers to pressure sponsors and justice systems to curb pornographic violence. Ends urging readers to write to Charley Reese.
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Robert Rodriguez
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