Irsay profile stirs Colts backlash in Indiana spotlight
Royko examines Robert Irsay in a Sports Illustrated feature, detailing his alleged fabrications about wartime service education and religion. The piece questions his upbringing, claims of Big Ten football, and the true roots of his family’s wealth, linking them to Indianapolis’ Colts fortunes.
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Donahue echoes and impeach talk amid arms aid critique
Harvey of the Los Angeles Times analyzes Phil Donahue’s New York and Chicago audience reactions to the Iran arms controversy. He notes a Manhattan crowd’s sharp impeachment rhetoric and cites a farmer aid objection as an example of how geography shapes views on Reagan era policy.
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Christmas resolutions for a calmer season
A Chicago Tribune column proposes measures to ease holiday excesses including banning repetitive store music, inspecting Santa Clauses, delaying advertising until after Thanksgiving, licensing Christmas tree sellers, and requiring full names on Christmas cards while promoting broader religious inclusion and considerate gift returns.
Odessa American editorial on freedom and community
A philosophical pledge from The Odessa American emphasizes individual freedom, self control, and moral guides. It frames freedom as a personal responsibility aligned with God, the Golden Rule, and the Declaration of Independence, inviting readers to engage with the paper’s mission.
Our Opinion SEC investigation sparks witch hunt
The SEC's action against Ivan Boesky is criticized as a witch hunt that harms small investors more than large ones. The piece questions insider trading laws and suggests private contracts or clearer rules to protect market integrity while noting the Boesky fine and the need for better remedies for those injured by inside information.
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Goliad Declaration Signed in 1835 by Dimmitt Group
On this day in Texas history the Goliad Declaration of Independence was signed in 1835 by Capt. Philip Dimmitt and about 91 men who resolved that Texas ought to be a free sovereign and independent state.
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Today in History December 20, 1986 brief
On Saturday December 20, 1986 the 354th day of 1986 was noted with one day remaining in the year. The Soviet Union announced the death of former Premier Alexei Kosygin two days earlier, due to a heart attack at age 76.
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