Mandela interview recalls two lives and two paths
Cal Thomas recounts a 1985 interview at Pollsmoor Prison with Nelson Mandela, noting a gentle spirit and a willingness to violence if freed. He contrasts Mandela's earlier communist ties and later peacemaking with de Klerk, while referencing post apartheid crime and unemployment data and ending with reverent tribute.
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Mandela faced power with measured reform and flawed courage
Mandela's death at 95 prompts a nuanced tribute. He led South Africa from apartheid to a rainbow nation while embracing violence in youth, forming strong ties with Castro and Gaddafi, and choosing liberal market reforms over nationalization. The piece weighs virtues against vice, arguing he transcended weaknesses to become a heroic figure.
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Citizens' responsibilities amid civil rights struggle
The piece argues that liberal leaders expanded civil rights for marginalized groups while urging a shift from rights focus to citizen responsibilities. It contrasts past military service rates in Congress with current low participation and notes gender dynamics among veteran lawmakers and presidential wartime involvement.
Starting insulin for Type 2 diabetes practical guide
Insulin helps lower blood sugar when diet and pills fail. It is injected or delivered by an insulin pump and comes in several formulations. A diabetes educator shows you how to measure prepare and inject doses using syringes or pen injectors.
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