North Carolina GOP rebukes unqualified chief justice nominee
State GOP chair Thomas Bennett publicly opposed James Newcomb’s qualification for chief justice after a May primary. Bennett cited lack of formal legal scholarship and asked party leaders to support the entire ticket despite his disavowal. The stance drew mixed reactions from fellow Republicans and legal scholars including UNC’s Albert Coats.
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Israel strikes back after Gaza school attack
The column argues Israel’s retaliation against Lebanon after a kamikaze raid killing 25, including 20 teens, is predictable and necessary. It condemns terrorism in all forms, notes global reactions, and defends a hardhanded approach to deter future violence. It asserts Israel must act forcefully to survive in a hostile Middle East.
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The Man And His Magnetism Sermon on Jesus in Tyre and Sidon
The article reflects on Jesus retreating from His homeland yet magnetizing crowds across Galilee and Judea. It notes His humility, lack of home, and widespread following from rich to poor, with episodes of inquisitive leaders, disciples, and Pilate seeking truth, power, and purpose amid crowds of thousands seeking bread and blessing.
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James B. Duke and hospital reform keynote forum at Duke
Enterprise editor recalls the National Forum on Hospital and Health Affairs held at Duke University praising James B. Duke for funding medical care and education. The piece highlights his Duke Endowment, its $40 million start and growth to $600 million, and the Duke School of Medicine’s rise.
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James B Duke and the Rise of Duke University Power
James B Duke, famed for building the American Tobacco Company, faced illness and pursued ventures from Rolls Royce to hydroelectric power. A pivotal moment came when a child asked if he could cure fits, sparking a shift toward philanthropy. His will funded Duke University and regional medical care, and the Duke Foundation grew to support hospitals, churches, and orphanages in the Carolinas.
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Ford Motor Co
Italian Divorce Vote Signals Shifting Western European Tides
In a 3 to 2 decision, Italy legalizes divorce, challenging Premier Rumor and the Christian Democrats while marking a setback for the Roman Catholic Church. The piece links the vote to broader European fault lines, Common Market tensions, and Italy's import quotas, noting potential shocks to Western alliances and economic policy.
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