Fellow traveler of the apocalypse in culture today
A critic notes a trend of detached thrill seekers who delight in imagined revolutions and apocalyptic events. They savor the spectacle of violence from a safe distance, equating modern anxieties with historical fascinations, while avoiding real political or ethical engagement.
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Direct election plan revisited for president race
The piece reviews renewed calls in Congress for direct presidential election led by Sen. Birch Bayh. It notes the bill removes a runoff option and proposes a joint House Senate session to pick a winner if the 40 percent threshold is not reached, while doubting its chance for passage and ratification amid political realities.
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Referee Father-Son Coaching Clash Sparks Unwritten Rule Claim
A reader accuses Edgewood Franklin officials of bias after Dick Miltenberger refCaptain and his son Scott Miltenberger coaches Franklin. Dan Baker also worked the game amid near end controversy, Edgewood led 20-6 but Franklin tied and won with 44 seconds left.
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Readers debate horoscopes and campaign ethics in letters
Gary D. Enz and Ruth Ray argue for keeping horoscopes as readers’ entertainment while critiquing political fundraising and campaign tactics. The letter-writer notes religious clashes and urges press freedom, amid a note about a printer shortage ending the horoscope feature.
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