US moral ground questioned over Assad intervention
The text argues that the United States lacks legitimacy to intervene in Syria over claims of chemical weapons. It cautions that limited airstrikes would entrench involvement, risk broader war, and could be unconstitutional without congressional authorization. It critiques past U.S. actions and urges restraint.
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Bashar al-Assad
Obama
U.S
Assad
America
United States
Syria
Iran
Hezbollah
Iraq
UN Independent Commission of Inquiry
Peter Hitchens
Hitchens
John Kerry
Vietnam
Cambodia
Egypt
Massa
Israel
Editorial March on Washington and King’s Vision Recalled
An editorial recalls Martin Luther King Jr on Meet the Press in 1963 outlining a colorblind society amid the 50th anniversary of the March on Washington. It notes progress since 1963 in poverty, income, education, and elected office, yet challenges remain and surveys show mixed views on racial equality today.
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Lincoln Memorial
The
Republic
Martin Luther King Jr
NBC
Meet the Press
Washington
King
Abraham Lincoln
Dr. King
New York Times
U.S. Census Bureau
Barack Obama
Pew Research Center
America
Fair Land
Would Jefferson Approve of Today’s Public Education Part 3
The piece reviews Thomas Jefferson’s view of education as a tool for republic longevity. It notes his three-stage hierarchy from elementary to university and his preference for local community funding and school governance. It cites his 1784 Virginia bill proposal and a 1816 letter to Sen Cabell questioning state control of schools.
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Jefferson
Thomas Jefferson
Republic
University
Virginia
Joseph C. Cabell
Literary Fund
Doonesbury DEAR DOCTOR K on spine fractures and osteoporosis
Doonesbury explains why aging leads to height loss and stooped posture due to vertebral compression fractures from osteoporosis. It notes spine bones weaken, fractures can occur with daily actions, and multiple fractures worsen height, mobility, and health.
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Doctor K
AskDoctorK.com
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United Media Syndicate
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