Gates retention as defense secretary praised by editorial
The piece lauds Robert Gates for staying on as defense secretary under Obama, noting his bipartisan appeal, past service from CIA to NSC, and role in reshaping the Pentagon. It highlights his leadership during Iraq and Afghanistan, calls his extension prudent, and credits patriotism and trust across parties.
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Muslims as India's new untouchables, Nomani argues
Asra Q. Nomani reflects on India’s Muslims facing caste-like disenfranchisement under Sachar report findings. She notes high unemployment, illiteracy, and ghettoization, warns of sectarian backlash and radicalism, and urges frank discussion to strengthen secular democracy.
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Taj Mahal Palace & Tower
India
Israel
Kashmir
Rajender Sachar
Sachar Committee
U.S
William
Cohen
Cohen Group
KU Stars Zook Douglass Named Kodak All America First Team
Old Hometown reports John Zook defensive end and Bob Douglass quarterback of Kansas University named to the Kodak All-America first team for 1968 as KU prepares for an Orange Bowl battle with Penn State.
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Shopping tragedy mirrors our obsession with stuff
Miami Herald columnist Leonard Pitts argues the Wal Mart tragedy shows mob psychology and American consumerism. Damour died amid a Black Friday rush as 2,000 shoppers fought to enter, highlighting how pursuit of bargains reveals misplaced priorities and hollows of material joy. He cautions against labeling participants as freaks and urges reflection on values beyond consumption.
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