The Right Gift and True Contentment
Cal Thomas meditates on Christmas as a chance to reevaluate material desire and gratitude. He contrasts his father’s poverty wages with today’s abundance, noting marketing fuels discontent. He urges readers to seek contentment through the gift of purpose and a delayed appetite for more.
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NBC
America
Cal Thomas
Tribune Media Services
Kenmore Ave
Buffalo
N.Y
Tribune Media Services, Inc
al-Qaida suspect tapes destruction prompts investigation
Raum two al-Qaida suspects questioned over violating a 2005 preservation order in a Guantanamo Bay case. Experts warn that destroying records amid potential government misconduct raises serious concerns and could trigger legal issues. Congress plans probes as the House Intelligence Committee prepares subpoenas to question CIA officials.
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al-Qaida
Guantanamo Bay
Cuba
Marc Rosenberg
Electronic Privacy Information Center
Reagan Administration
National Security
Robert F. Turner
University of Virginia
Center For National Security Law
Turner
Congress
Justice Department
Bush
House Intelligence Committee
CIA
Tom Baum
Associated Press
Letters to the Editor on immigration and policy fury
A reader attacks Arthur Gravens for views on wealth and entitlement programs, contrasts American ideals with Soviet and Red Guard echoes, and supports legal immigration. The writer cites Social Security, taxes, and public services, defends Charley Corn, and urges language and birth-record practices for school access.
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Arthur Gravens
RDR
United States
Soviet Union
Communist Party
China
Red Guard
Roswell Police Tactics Questioned After Immigration Involvement
A Roswell resident argues the police overstepped by involving immigration authorities in a school matter, threatening trust and safety. The letter emphasizes police duties to protect all residents within city bounds and calls for fair, non discriminatory policing.
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Roswell
Roswell Daily Record
John Balderston
Enforcing the law over a student with no license
A reader argues the Roswell school district should not shield a deported student from licensing and driving rules. The letter condemns lawbreaking, questions district leniency, praises Chief Balderston, and urges support for law enforcement and proper accountability.
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Mr. Corn
Roswell
Chief Balderston
Student Deportation Sparks Debate Over Heroic Act
A reader comments on a sensitive deportation case and voices support for Charley Corn, urging commendation for his conduct. The note highlights public interest in humane handling of students and recognition for individuals who show courage or mercy in tense situations.
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