Views on Iraq Strike Split by Gen Scowcroft
The Blade notes a new turn in the Iraq war debate as Gen Brent Scowcroft opposes a U S invasion. It argues the real costs and troop levels considered by administration are flawed and questions the push toward war despite congressional concerns and War Powers Act cautions.
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Deadbeat Dads and Fair Share in Child Support Drive
A Star Tribune editorial argues that arresting noncustodial parents helps enforcement but ignores poverty. It highlights one third of delinquent parents being poor or unemployed and supports expanding Parents Fair Share style reforms nationwide. It notes a failed Fathers Count bill, urging it to pass for fairness and welfare reform.
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Kennedy cousin Skakel proclaims innocence before 20 to life
Michael Skakel, cousin of Martha Moxley, declares his innocence in court before a judge imposes a 20 to life sentence for the 1975 golf club murder of Martha Moxley. John Moxley says there is no celebration after the verdict. Salma Hayek comments on Frida biopic challenges at Venice Film Festival.
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Today in History August 30 highlights and events
On this date five years ago the Paris car crash killed Princess Diana Dodi Fayed and Henri Paul. Cleopatra reportedly died by her own hand around 30 B C. Union forces defeated at Bull Run in 1862. Ty Cobb debuted in 1905. WWII siege of Leningrad began in 1941. MacArthur arrived in Japan in 1945. The Hot Line between Washington and Moscow began in 1963.
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Should the United States attack Iraq now
A critical analysis argues the Bush administration lacks solid justification for war with Iraq. It notes no comprehensive weapons inspections since 1998 and warns that preemptive war could spark regional nuclear escalation, harms to civilians, and undermine international law and U.N. inspection efforts.
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Bush recess-appointed Iowa farmer to U S Agriculture post
George W. Bush appointed Thomas Dorr as Undersecretary for Rural Development despite Senate opposition. Dorr, former head of a large Iowa farm, faced repeated findings of improper subsidies and questioned rural aid. Critics labeled him an unethical clod unfit for federal programs. Jim Hightower notes his critique of subsidy use and calls for better candidate choices.
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Garden City Board and City Offices Contact Details
A compiled contact list shows the Garden City County Commission offices at 311 N Ninth St and City Commission at 301 N Eighth St, with federal representatives Sen Sam Brownback and Rep Jerry Moran in Washington DC. Also listed are the Garden City Board of Education Educational Support Center, and Garden City Community College.
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Thrills on two wheels and the Harley ride
A first motorcycle ride on a Harley Fat Boy sparks reflections on freedom speed and risk. The author compares the thrill to roller coasters and parasailing while noting the appeal of carefree youth memories and future aspirations to own a bike.
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