Rumsfeld accountability call echoes from Iraq war fallout
Philadelphia Inquirer columnist Trudy Rubin argues Rumsfeld bears blame for missteps in Iraq War policy. She cites the 2003 shortfalls in armored vehicles and troop planning, the disbanding of the Iraqi army, and delays in training Iraqi forces, contrasting with court-martialed reservists for improvised resupply.
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Don’t Sabotage Social Security Says Senior Activist
Robert Scheer quotes a senior columnist urging preservation of Social Security. He argues privatization would raise costs, threaten the elderly safety net, and worsen deficits. The piece defends Social Security as a bulwark against poverty and notes continued taxation on benefits.
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Do it yourself tile disaster ends with glue bath
Dave Barry recounts a Maryland woman Anne who attempted a DIY kitchen tile job. She sloshed glue, stuck to the floor, was helped by a dog named Cleopatra and two laughing daughters, then freed by rescue crews with solvents. The tale warns readers to plan, use proper helpers, and wear clean underwear.
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