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Rowling defends free speech amid Trump petition at PEN gala
J K Rowling urged support for free speech when audience applauded a petition to ban Donald Trump from Britain. She warned that silencing opponents, even those with offensive views, mirrors tyranny and undermines rights for feminism and trans rights. The speech echoed First Amendment principles and emphasized protecting minority voices.
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Upstate Shredding Wins Over Skeptic Neighbors
The writer credits Upstate Shredding for fulfilling promises to build on the old PA Engineering site with minimal pollution and noise. They praise Ben Weitzman for addressing concerns, noting doors and windows stayed quiet aside from general traffic.
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Hiroshima memory and Obama's nuclear policy critique
A Tribune News Service analysis questions the logic of Obama era nuclear policy and Hiroshima symbolism. It contrasts Obama’s hopes for disarmament with Putin’s moves, Iran talks, and regional threats, then compares to Reagan’s trusted hard line. It argues a practical, strengthened approach may have reduced risk.
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Europe
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U.S
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Tribune News Service
Romney as third party candidate could reshape 2016 race
The piece argues for a Romney third party bid amid distrust of Trump and Clinton. It notes Romney’s growing stature as a party elder and cites a Washington Post ABC poll showing a three way race scenario. It frames Romney as a potential conservative, pragmatic alternative to the two major nominees.
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Tom Coburn
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Mit Romney
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Obama
David French
Russia
U.S
Vladimir Putin
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