World wary of U S preemptive strike policy
Kansas Views Out argues the United States cannot be trusted to use pre emptive strikes judiciously as the Bush administration seeks to define a policy of action against threats. The piece questions allied reactions to labeling foes as enemies and warns that unilateral power risks global backlash and accountability.
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Attacks in Jerusalem and GOP rhetoric draw reactions
The report notes a Palestinian suicide bombing on a bus in Jerusalem killing 19 and injuring teenagers including 15 year old Michael Lash. White House aides discuss delay in waking President Bush. Humorist Garrison Keillor comments on Governor Jesse Ventura after his decision not to seek another term.
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On This Day in History June 19 Highlights
Highlights for June 19 recall events across centuries including the Rosenbergs’ 1953 execution, Roanoke Colony departure in 1586, 1862 slavery outlawed in U.S. territories, 1910 Fathers Day first celebrated, 1917 Windsor name for British royal family, 1952 Ive Got a Secret debut, 1968 Tereshkova spaceflight, 1964 Civil Rights Act passage, and 1977 John Neumann canonization.
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Catholic bishops adopt policy on abusive clergy
The American bishops approved a policy Friday to bar sexually abusive clergy from face-to-face contact with parishioners but stopped short of a zero tolerance stance by allowing some to remain in the priesthood. Readers can vote or comment via email at the buzz desk.
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Bush Homeland Security plan reshuffles agencies
Donald Kaul assesses President Bush's proposal to create a Department of Homeland Security by merging agencies such as Customs, Secret Service, INS, Coast Guard, FEMA, and research labs. He argues the plan is cosmetic, lacks key intel agencies, and will not stop terrorism as critics warn of turf wars and potential lapses.
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Death tax debate shows optimism clashes with real costs
A Globe.com column argues Americans overestimate estate tax exposure, noting only a tiny share of estates surpass the $1 million threshold. It traces the political back and forth since 2001 about reform or repeal, cites costs to the federal budget and charitable giving, and presses for a balanced, evidence-based approach.
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Ironing as Art and Miscellany Reflections
A quirky column mixes daily life with cultural comments on ironing as art, memes, and a string of diverse facts. It weaves notes on language history, spelling bees, fashion labels, Kansas milk data, and biographical snippets about Etta Moten Barnett and Wahneta Hawkins, ending with a folksy tip to value family and friends.
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