US shifts to pre emptive strike doctrine reshapes allied roles
Sydney Morning Herald reports on a new US military doctrine asserting pre emptive and defensive intervention as formal options. It signals a shift from deterrence to proactive strikes, potentially targeting Saddam Hussein within a year and affecting allies like Australia amid fears of broader Middle East escalation and civilian risk.
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Sharon uses U S visit to push Arafat out of talks
The Cairo Egyptian Gazette reports Prime Minister Sharon seeks to sideline Palestinian President Yasser Arafat, arguing he blocks peace and should be removed politically. Washington shows disfavor, while backing Palestinian reforms, creating difficult prospects for Arafat’s future.
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Voices on abuse, Afghanistan, and fame echo global panels
Bishop Wilton Gregory defends not reporting priests actions citing legal gaps. Juma Gul of Afghanistan's Grand Council urges Hamid Karzai’s installation and nation rebuilding after widespread suffering. Randy Newman reflects on long held disdain for writing during his Songwriters Hall of Fame induction.
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Flag Day and notable historical highlights for June 14
Highlights for June 14 note Flag Day and events including the 1777 adoption of the Stars and Stripes, Army founding in 1775, Kingston parliament opening in 1841, Sonoma Republic proclamation in 1846, Harding radio broadcast in 1922, Paris occupation in 1940, Auschwitz camp opening in 1940, school salutes ruling in 1943, pledge addition in 1954, TWA 847 hijacking in 1985, Rio Earth Summit in 1992, Bulls title win in 1991, and Mona Van Duyn named poet laureate.
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Birthday Trip to New York Ends with Ground Zero Reflections
Ron Isham recounts a celebratory drive to New York City for two birthdays, navigating carrier quirks, visiting Battery Park and Ground Zero, and observing the stark post 9/11 changes. He notes a humorous Mah Jong scene near the Bank of China and ends relieved to return to Rural Wireless in Garden City.
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McKinney critique and fears of a police state debate
Bill Fletcher Jr. argues that McKinney's call for investigating Bush knowledge of 9/11 spurred hostile attacks and reveals a broader pattern of silencing questions by African Americans. He cites Tuskegee and COINTELPRO as historical examples of government wrongdoing and warns such vilification chills open discussion and risks expanding police-state tendencies.
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Swans Pause Turbulent Times Over Maine Cove
On ASCO Bay in Maine, five tundra swans glide toward a porch audience as readers set aside alarming global headlines. The scene contrasts war anxiety with nature’s calm, inviting reflection on how to live daily amid fears of terrorism and nuclear tensions.
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