Fourth Tells the World This Is America Independence Day origins
Editorial traces the path to American independence from early reservations about severing ties with Britain to the July 4 declaration. It notes Jefferson’s role, Lee’s resolution, and the July 2 vote, with celebrations in Philadelphia and evolving national meaning as a symbol of freedom and national pride.
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Thomas Jefferson
Great Britain
Britain
North Carolina
Continental Congress
Virginia Statehouse
Richard Henry Lee
Virginia
Congress
John Adams
Benjamin Franklin
Robert R. Livingston
Roger Sherman
Jefferson
Lee
George III
Philadelphia
Adams
Appoval
Independence
Bond
America
Media appeals outpace resources in life-saving aid
A PAUL HARVEY column argues that televised distress appeals overwhelm compassion and budgets. It cites eye and liver transplant cases, AIDS demonstrations, and costly life-saving tech as outstripping funds. Boisaubin suggests fundraising should favor research and prevention over dramatic but short-term drives.
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Berkeley
Calif
Colorado
Marcus Lang
NBC Nightly News
Hollywood
United States
Houston
Eugene Boisaubin
Los Angeles Times Syndicate
Vacations and Christmas contrasts in last minute planning
The writer jokes about unready vacation plans and compares packing chaos to Christmas rush. They note those with calendars full year ahead versus procrastinators and exaggerate shopping times, humorously remarking on packing habits and car clutter.
American Character and the Illusion of a Damaged Nation
The author argues against painting Americans with a single brush role, insisting 260 million diverse individuals cannot be averaged. He defends tolerance for vulgar art while urging constructive criticism without destroying national character, expressing faith in the majority’s enduring moral fiber.
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