Yes Virginia there is a Santa Claus Sun editorial
The Sun responds to Virginia O Hara n with a heartfelt defense of belief in Santa Claus. It argues that faith and imagination surpass what is visible, declaring Santa exists as surely as love and generosity. The piece emphasizes childhood wonder and the enduring joy brought by belief.
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Public figures react to political and lottery news
Senator Trent Lott resigns as Senate majority leader reflecting on backlash from his Mississippi conservative Christian stance. Senator Joseph Biden warns North Korea nuclear threats on Fox News Sunday. Nebraska Lottery spokesman Brian Rockey comments on a Christmas Powerball drawing potentially worth nearly 300 million.
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Trent Lott Steps Down As Senate Leader Debate Rages
The Buzz asks if Lott did the right thing stepping down as Senate majority leader amid calls to vote or respond by email. The piece notes public sentiment and media discussion around the leadership transition.
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Canada’s hate speech laws punish few but warn many
Kathleen Parker argues Canada’s hate speech laws punish odious speech but risk chilling political discourse. She contrasts David Ahenakew’s vilification of Jews with Trent Lott’s comments, warns against micromanaging thought, and urges defending free speech over broad bans.
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Venezuela faces civil strife as Chavez clings to power
Venezuelans press a two week general strike and mass demonstrations to force President Hugo Chavez from office or trigger new elections. Opponents accuse Chavez of undermining democracy while he argues for staying until 2006. Calls rise for a referendum though constitutional limits apply.
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A culture of war and peace Christmas reflections
A column discerns war and peace as constants in history, weaving in WWI poet Wilfred Owen Whitman and Horace, and notes Christmas cards hinting at peace. Anecdotes include a Cimarron friend’s world peace wish, a Wisconsin professor, weather quips, and Dolores Hope contact.
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