Bush commutes Libby sentence amid Libby pardon talk
President Bush set aside Libby 30 month prison term for lying and obstructing justice in the Valerie Plame leak case while keeping probation and a 250000 fine. Libby former Cheney aide faced possible imprisonment. Bush signaled possible full pardon before January 2009.
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Chestnut tops Fourth of July hot dog contest
Joey Chestnut emerged as the world hot dog eating champion at Coney Island by eating 66 hot dogs in 12 minutes during the annual Fourth of July competition. He quipped that he could eat another if needed.
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The passage states Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion nor prohibiting the free exercise of religion. It protects freedom of speech and of the press and the right of the people to assemble peacefully and to petition the Government for grievances.
Patriotism is not owned by any single side
Cal Thomas reflects on Washington Indiana memories and the meaning of patriotism beyond party lines. He cites Obama, Normandy, and Goering to argue that love of country persists across liberal and conservative divides and that true patriotism invites debate over policy rather than faction. He recalls family ties, wartime unity, and shared sacrifice that transcends electoral labels.
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Critique of health care subsidies and free enterprise
Charley Reese argues unions introduced third party payers harming free enterprise in medicine. He traces Medicaid and Medicare as creating costs, subsidies for elderly and poor, and argues doctors seek higher pay from insurers. He urges voters to demand tougher politicians to reform or privatize the system, ending with a personal address for correspondence.
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Memorial Mother's Day honors Garden City coach family
Felecia Carey, widow of longtime Garden City Community College basketball coach Jim Carey, recalls a memorable Mother's Day in 2007. A former player from Iowa arranged a round trip to White Plains for a concert weekend, honoring Jim’s influence and Carey’s later life as a guardian, mentor, and community figure. The piece highlights Jim Carey’s coaching tenure, Hall of Fame induction, and Felicia’s ongoing project to publish a book about Jim’s career and its impact.
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