Right wing on Obama faith comments stirs debate
Arkansas Times columnist Gene Lyons analyzes the controversy over President Obama’s National Prayer Breakfast remarks. He notes the clash between religion and state, the rhetoric from conservatives, and the broader history of religion and politics in America. Lyons cites examples from Madison to King and argues the debate reveals deeper tensions about nationalism and faith.
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Education and income gaps affect college completion
A study shows students from wealthier families complete college by age 24 at far higher rates than those from poorer backgrounds. The piece discusses rising college costs, potential policy ideas like free two year college, and calls for action to close the opportunity gap with emphasis on equal opportunity and long term income impacts.
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Open letter to Mayor Gillen on snow removal agenda
Citizen questions the mayor's snow removal plans and accuses the DPW of being blocked by parked cars. The letter recalls a prior off road window and urges use of borrowed equipment from neighboring towns and reallocation of tax money to widen streets and improve access for emergency services and school buses. The writer warns about electability if action is not taken.
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History Highlights From Feb 14 Across Time
On February 14 1929 the St Valentine Massacre rocked Chicago as seven rivals of Al Capone’s gang were shot dead in a garage. Other notes recall Ranger sailing to France with the Stars and Stripes in 1778 and Oregon’s 1859 statehood.
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