Treaty on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women debate
The piece discusses the CEDAW treaty amid brutal rape cases and global women's rights struggles. It critiques U.S. hesitance led by Ashcroft and Powell, contrasts international obligations with domestic politics, and argues for ratification to empower women worldwide. It notes Pakistan and Saudi Arabia as signatories and stresses accountability and President Biden's push.
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Bush proposes tougher mail fraud and obstruction laws
The president seeks a ten year maximum for mail and wire fraud and harsher penalties for document shredding. He calls for a $100 million budget boost for the SEC next year plus a prior $20 million increase to hire 100 enforcement officers. A new corporate fraud task force will be led by Deputy AG Larry Thompson with DOJ and other agency investigators.
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Ted Williams remembered as baseball great and patriot
The Marion Star notes Ted Williams died and praises his dual legacy as one of baseball’s greatest hitters and a devoted serviceman. Williams, nicknamed The Kid and The Splendid Splinter, hit 521 career home runs and batted .344, with a .406 season in 1941. He twice served as a Marine fighter pilot, embodying duty beyond the field.
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Heat wave scorches western states with triple digit highs
Park observer Angela Cecala in Salt Lake City notes 101 degree heat as a third day of extreme temperatures sweeps the West. Quotes from figures including David Berkowitz and Donald Rumsfeld appear amid a roundup of news and remarks on public life.
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This Day in History July 12 Highlights
Today's history spotlight lists notable events on July 12 across centuries including Julius Caesar's birth in 100 B.C. and Henry VIII's sixth marriage to Catherine Parr in 1543. It notes U S forces under Gen Hull entering Canada in 1812 and the 1948 Democratic National Convention opening in Philadelphia.
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Buzz poll on Independence Day attack coverage
The Buzz questions whether media coverage of the Independence Day terrorism scare was blown out of proportion or appropriate, inviting readers to vote yes no or not sure by email or fax with contact details.
We Can Feed the World But At What Future Cost
A 180 nation meeting in Rome debates hunger solutions and critiques the Green Revolution. Norman Borlaug champions high inputs and GMOs, while critics warn of ecological damage, nutrient loss, and false security. Lee DeHaan urges sustainable, biodiverse farming and natural systems guidance.
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Market greed and scam critique from a local columnist
Duane West argues the Enron WorldCom Merck and Martha Stewart scandals expose a systemic collapse in U S corporate governance. He urges Congress to curb short term trading cap CEO pay and tighten SEC enforcement while warning investors of the perils of stock market gambling.
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