Almanac snapshot highlights dates and figures
The almanac for Saturday April 4 2009 notes today is day 94 of 2009 and spring 16th, lists anniversaries and birthdays such as Martin Luther King Jr and Heath Ledger, and records moon phase between April 2 and April 9 while mentioning notable quotes and demographic figures.
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Christians Question Role of Church in Politics Amid Criticism
Christian leaders like Cal Thomas and E. Ray Moore argue the faith should focus on home service and education, not political lobbying. They critique Focus on the Family and the moral majority while suggesting Christians consider humility over fame and political power.
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New York Special Election Tests Obama Era Politics
The New York congressional race between a veteran Republican and a Democratic venture capitalist produced no clear verdict. Absentee ballots determine the winner, highlighting how such contests reflect local conditions more than national trends and offering mixed signals for both parties about Obama era policies.
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Invasion of Body Snatchers echoes in Cal Thomas critique
Cal Thomas likens the 1956 film to Obama era actions targeting corporate America. He cites political figures and media personalities while warning that government intervention could nationalize or reshape GM and Chrysler. He urges readers to oppose perceived socialist plots and revive American resilience.
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