Editorial on Stern contract and cultural decline
The piece questions Sirius Radios 34 million Stern shares valued at 220 million and a 500 million five year deal. It criticizes Sterns crude remarks and suggests Americas appetite for lowbrow entertainment harms societal values and leadership standards. It warns of youth emulation and a shift in heroes away from integrity toward sensational figures.
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Criticisms Grow Over Teen Iraq Trip for Attention
A Fort Lauderdale teenager, Farris Hassan, faced heavy backlash for skipping class to witness Iraq firsthand. Critics call the trip reckless though some say it showed courage. Hassan expects media pushback and possible monetization of the incident, while his parents pulled him from the spotlight after his safe return.
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Will argues for Republican term limits to curb rent seeking
George Will critiques House Republicans for dependence on earmarks and lobbying, calls for reduced government role to curb money in politics, and advocates term limits as a cure. He notes DeLay's departure, spots Blunt and Boehner as leadership options, and stresses GOP need for philosophical renewal to counter K Street conservatism.
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Sharon's coma deepens doubt on post Sharon peace push
Trudy Rubin argues Sharon's coma leaves a leadership gap and weakens prospects for Israeli Palestinian progress. Without his bold moves and US backing, successor leadership from Kadima faces resistance at home and a fractured Palestinian front, making peace negotiations unlikely.
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