Remembering sacrifice as we celebrate the Fourth of July
Rick Kraft reflects on freedom won through sacrifices across history from the signers of the Declaration to modern service members. He urges gratitude for those who dug the well and continue to protect liberties, urging readers to honor veterans and families by enjoying a safe, grateful Independence Day.
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June 30 highlights include Corvette debut and historic events
On June 30, 1953 the first Chevrolet Corvette with a fiberglass body rolled out of GM Flint. Charles Blondin walked Niagara Falls's gorge in 1859, Toscanini debuted at 19 in 1886, the Tunguska Event occurred in 1908, and Regina Tornado killed 28 in 1912.
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Policy for Letters to the Daily Record
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Selma and UT affirmative action ruling discussed
Cal Thomas argues in a Tribune Media Services column that voting rights and race based admissions policies require reviewing older rulings. He compares Selma to today and questions Roe v Wade with calls for updated civil rights perspectives and life rights. He cites Abigail Fisher and the University of Texas case.
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