Carter’s gestures signal a new era in American leadership
The Boston Globe notes President Carter uses symbolic acts to reshape public expectations. He integrates Amy into a public school and recruits Mary Fitzpatrick, a former inmate, as Amy’s nurse, arguing these choices express regeneration and healing beyond politics. Time will reveal substance behind the symbols.
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North Carolina House committee backs life term for rape murder
The House Judiciary Committee unanimously approves a bill for life imprisonment with 25 years before parole for first degree rape and murder. Sponsor Rep. Parks Helms says floor debate expected next week while note is struck on death penalty opinions and public sentiment.
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The Phony Rebate in Carter Tax Plan
Critic argues the proposed income tax rebate is a government handout funded by borrowing. It would skip refunds for high earners while giving to 11% of Americans who paid no taxes, penalizing productive taxpayers and boosting lawmakers’ perks.
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Ways and Means
Congress
Public life and private opinions in political discourse
A Shelby Daily Star piece notes that public figures face personal attacks from private life critics when opinions clash. It argues cynicism risks voter disengagement and highlights the need to separate professional debate from personal insults.
Good Afternoon James B. Duke Story Of A Tycoon
A UNC student reflects on the death of James B. Duke on October 10, 1925 and his legacy through the Duke Foundation, Duke University, and his impact on medical schools, hospitals, and health programs in the Carolinas.
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Duke era cancer center network linked to national program
The Duke University Comprehensive Cancer Center is part of a nationwide cancer research and treatment network funded by the National Cancer Institute and aided by the American Cancer Society. The piece highlights cross hospital collaboration and progress in cancer care and prevention across the United States.
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National Cancer Institute
American Cancer Society
Wayne Rundles
William W. Shingleton
Duke
James B. Duke
Damaged Treasures from Freedom Train Exhibit
Priceless documents aboard the Freedom Train suffered damage during its 1975 76 bicentennial tour. Items include Franklin’s copy of the Articles of Confederation and the Battle Hymn of the Republic manuscript with other artifacts showing rip, curl, and heat damage.
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Benjamin Franklin
Smithsonian Institution
Smithsonian
Letter to the Enterprise on an Officer’s Harassment
A resident describes an encounter with a High Point police officer who accused him of being on drugs without cause. He challenges the officer’s judgment while praising the force overall and urges fair treatment for all, including long haired men. The author pressures reform and accountability.
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Mr. Farabee
High Point
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