Debate over liberal bias in American higher education fuels controversy
A Los Angeles Times study of 150 colleges finds far more liberal than conservative invited commencement speakers, with heated online clashes and boycotts at Boston University and Johns Hopkins highlighting perceived indoctrination and tenure power. The writer urges fair hiring and speaker practices across taxpayer-funded colleges.
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Editorial on homegrown terrorists and Western policy
The piece links the Orlando and London killings to homegrown extremism, noting suspects' Islamic radicalism and Western policy grievances. It discusses challenges in preventing radicalization while preserving citizens rights and outlines the broader war on terrorism.
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Betty White becomes focal point of raunchy old-lady TV trend
Laura Bennett surveys Betty White's late career shift into risqué humor and the broader trend of aging women on TV. The piece notes her roles from The Golden Girls to Hot in Cleveland and Off Their Rockers, contrasting edgy humor with critics' concerns about age-based stereotypes and the culture of spectacle around older women.
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Prayer and blessing reflections for daily devotion
A devotional note quotes scripture from Ephesians and Ezekiel, thanking God for blessings and love. It urges readers to recognize that serving God brings blessings, ending with an amen and a thought for the day about divine blessing accompanying service.
On This Date Highlights Local Graduates and Scout Honors
On this date a Grove City College graduate Sheila Glass plans to return in the fall to finish teaching certification requirements. A 1988 Court of Honor for Bigler Troop 20 drew 100 scouts and family members with awards to Aveni, Baker, Blowers, Conklin, Dixon, Evans, Forcey and others. A 1963 note reports Timothy Neal to receive a Carnegie Tech BS in mathematics with a three year National Defense fellowship. a 1938 Mahaffey homecoming play features a 70-member cast from area towns.
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