Dowd cites Bush rallying effects amid Iraq turmoil
Washington analysis notes a 10 point Bush lead swing in mid April polls as Kerry's numbers slip. Experts cite rally around the president and critique Kerry on leadership and consistency. The piece discusses Kerry’s Meet the Press performance and a Globe biography describing his opportunism. Colleague Mary McGrory dies. tribute references.
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Education best weapon against racism in column dispute
Leonard Pitts Jr notes that public exchange on race reveals a pattern where ignorance and animus blur. He argues for teaching over punishment, citing Williams’s firing as a cautionary outcome. The piece frames racism as solvable through information and discussion, urging widespread exposure to learning.
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Dan River closes Sevierville plant with Barbie severance gifts
Sevier County Tennessee's Mountain Press reports Dan River textiles shuttered its Sevierville plant, laying off workers. To soften the blow, the company gave severance packages including a $100 Wal Mart card a Dan River cap a calculator a plaque and three red headed Barbie dolls. A photo shows dolls still boxed and smiling.
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Barbie and Ken stir up office layoff and doll drama
Dave Barry riffs on Barbie culture at home and at work, joking about a Barbie heavy household led by a lone ineffectual Ken. He jokes about employee layoffs rewarded with Barbies, Barbie Ken splits, and Mattel news, wrapping in social satire and workplace absurdity.
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