Death tax replayed as Senate rejects estate tax repeal
Our View argues the Senate narrowly blocked a permanent repeal of the estate tax, noting the tax forces family business and farm liquidations, while warning against other tax reforms that could lose billions. It faults lawmakers for political contributions shaping policy and urges courage to fix the tax system.
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Clean-cut Lindh defense notes in courtroom remarks
In a defense strategy comment former prosecutor Joseph Aronica says Lindh’s appearance now with neat haircut and glasses contrasts with earlier images of the Taliban suspect. Separate remarks include a survivor recounting priest abuse and Tiger Woods noting fan reactions at Bethpage during the U S Open.
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Harry Cleberg and Farmland's Chapter 11 collapse tale
Long profile of Farmland Industries led by Harry Cleberg, detailing bets on global expansion, mergers, and debt. Describes losses from 1999 to 2002, failed merger with Cenex Harvest States, executive compensation, asset stripping, and looming Chapter 7 risk. Questions linger on asset retention and co op stock value.
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Farmland National Beef, Agriliance
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Church plays the blame game in molestation uproar
Catholic Cardinal Oscar Rodriguez Maradiaga accuses U S media of a witch hunt over priest abuse reports, likening coverage to regimes like Hitler and Nero. The column notes rising church scrutiny, calls for zero tolerance, and references past reporting that exposed priest misconduct while criticizing media aggression.
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American Journalism Review
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On This Day June 13 Highlights Across History
Highlights recall key events on June 13 across decades including the Miranda decision of 1966, Congress creating the Department of Labor in 1888, the Boxer Rebellion violence in 1900, Lindbergh’s ticker tape parade in 1927, Roosevelt’s 1942 Office of War Information, WWII German V1 attacks in 1944, Thurgood Marshall’s 1967 nomination, the Pentagon Papers in 1971, James Earl Ray’s recapture in 1977, King Khalid’s death in 1982, the 1996 Freemen standoff end, and Bill Clinton’s Rainbow Coalition remarks ten years ago.
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Identification card proposal sparks federal lawsuit debate
The question of mandatory identification for Americans arises as the federal government sues over new security measures amid the war on terrorism. Debate centers on voting rights and civil liberties with opinions split on necessity and privacy.
Bush Welfare Plan Faces Public Backlash Across States
The piece notes growing public mistrust of a plan to raise work requirements and urge marriage for poor women. It cites polls showing priority for child care, training, and work supports over marriage incentives, with Minnesota’s program boosting income, employment, and stability. David Callahan and Tammy Draut of Demos contextualize policy debates.
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