No apologies urged as Haiti relief drew mixed charges
The piece defends U S aid to Haiti after the 2010 earthquake, noting Obama pledged 100 million while Russia offered 1 billion and China offered little. It credits private Americans for rapid refugee help and emphasizes American generosity amid criticism, arguing many nations aided but Americans led essential relief efforts.
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Massachusetts vote signals wake up call for Democrats
Charles Krauthammer argues the Massachusetts special election exposed broad anti Obama agenda sentiment. He cites polls showing health care as top voter concern and notes independents swung Republican inMassachusetts after nationalizing the race. The piece frames this as a crucial prompt for Democrats to reassess their policy path.
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Realists prevail as realists in America and health care debate
The piece argues realists favor calm inquiry over alarm, praising coffee drinkers who seek reliable news. It contrasts health care reform with political theatrics, warns against paranoia, and lauds Gov Reid and Sen Giuliani critiques while noting Palin’s political status. Keillor closes crediting his book.
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Public forum defends field trip to KU women's game
A reader argues against Sean Smith's critique of the school district field trip to a Kansas University women’s game. She cites testing pressures, community benefit, and non classroom learning while praising exposure to female athletes and broader social development in students.
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