Wise statesmen and politics in a Christmas message
A reflective piece contrasts sound sense with political gain in Washington. It warns that wisdom and courage make better leadership than manipulation, while noting deceit in politics and the linger of fame after wealth. It also laments the focus on money over service and praises frugality tied to Christmas.
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Be a human light and rise above the baser crowd
The writer urges individuals to act as a guiding light, contrasting those who lead with vision to those who merely follow. It warns of a quarrelsome congress and the temptations of jealousy, urging focus on constructive work. King Tut’s burial site is cited to caution against morbid curiosity and desecration.
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Crosswalk tragedy sparks calls for restraint and justice
A pedestrian encounter ends in tragedy with a fatal crash, while editorials urge reflection on violence and foreign policy. Letters decry Thanksgiving Day carnivals as desecration, calling for wiser holiday conduct and Legion accountability.
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