Boston Marathon Spirit Outshines the Bombing Tragedy
A columnist lauds Boston resilience after the marathon bombing, praising victims and responders. Carlos Arredondo and bystanders rushed into danger, while BU students aided wounded finishers and officials tracked down suspects, highlighting collective grit and preventive vigilance.
Americans cautioned on terrorism while staying vigilant
Trudy Rubin argues Americans should remain attentive to terrorism threats without turning fear into obsession. She notes Al Qaida offshoots, online bomb-making tips, and calls for limited attacks, while acknowledging real dangers seen in Iraq and ongoing public life in cities like Boston.
Heartbreak Hill Still Marks Marathon Route to Boston Finish
Runners will traverse Heartbreak Hill toward Copley Square in Boston next year. Families line the streets cheering friends as they watch for any suspicious packages and stay alert for safety.
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Earth Day protests and Elian case headline dates
Historical notes mark the 2013 date as day 112 with events including the Oklahoma Land Rush beginning in 1889 and Elian Gonzalez being seized in 2000. Birthdays list notable figures such as Kant Lenin Oppenheimer Mingus Nicholson Fossett, Frampton Heard Waters. The quote urges weighing a few voices, between moonsApril 18 and April 25.
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Amash May Seek Michigan Senate Seat Amid GOP Debate
The piece profiles Justin Amash of Grand Rapids, a libertarian-leaning Republican, and weighs his potential run for the Senate seat vacated by Carl Levin in Michigan. It notes his background, voting style, and stance on federalism, with emphasis on how his mix of positions could affect electability.
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Too Clean for Our Own Good in Hygiene Debate
Dayton Daily News columnist D L Stewart questions overzealous hand sanitizing and the hygiene hypothesis. He argues modern cleanliness may reduce exposure to germs and that antiseptic products can be harmful, noting personal skepticism and social habits.
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