War powers fade as presidents act without Congress
Stephen L. Carter argues presidents have long used military force without formal declarations. From Washington to Trump, declarations were rare and actions justified under statutes like the War Powers Resolution. Congress can curb wars by funding decisions, but practical acquiescence has eroded the need for a formal declaration, leaving the president as commander in chief.
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The Great War PBS documentary examined and the era
A Washington Post column previews PBS American Experience six hour documentary The Great War and argues how WWI reshaped society. It notes Lenin’s 1917 train, US entry, armistice, Wilson’s repression, Espionage Act, the Hoover surveillance project, and atrocities against German Americans and Hutterites, plus the global flu pandemic death toll.
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Kid Free Diner Policy Spurs Traffic Boom at Mooresville NC Eatery
In Mooresville North Carolina Caruso s restaurant studies show banning customers under five boosts business. Since last month diners aged five and under are not allowed even as evening traffic rose from about 50 to 80 seated guests. Owners cite complaints about loud iPad use as motivation and acknowledge mixed public reaction.
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Almanac Highlights from April 10 2017
Almanac for Monday April 10 2017 lists birthdays of notable figures William Hazlitt to Daisy Ridley, notes Monaco life expectancy at 89.5 years, recalls Dodgers contract with Jackie Robinson in 1947, quotes Hazlitt, cites Salvation Army Red Kettle total of 147.3 million, and marks a full moon.
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