Almanac item highlights birthdays and facts from 2024
Almanac notes today August 29 2024 marks day 242 of the year and day 71 of summer. It lists notable birthdays including Ingrid Bergman Charlie Parker John McCain and Michael Jackson. It cites Strom Thurmond's 1957 filibuster as the longest single filibuster in history lasting 24 hours 18 minutes. Also features a Charlie Parker quote Katrina wind speed 175 mph and moon phase between Aug 26 and Sept 2.
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Democrats face five post convention election tests
Jennifer Rubin argues Democrats must guard against complacency after a solid convention showing. The piece outlines five dangers including legal challenges and counting disputes in Georgia and broader efforts to delegitimize votes, while urging proactive voter protection, timely victory claims, and unified support to shield Harris and secure the unseen combat post election.
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Harris Wins Policy Debate Amid Vague Campaign Pledges
Washington Post columnist Ramesh Ponnuru argues Democrats realign messaging as Harris edges Trump in a policy non-debate. He notes Harris offers few specifics on housing and broader policy, while Trump’s agenda remains underdeveloped and vague, with both camps accused of overpromising.
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Harris and 2020 race questions about wisdom
The text recalls the 2016 Democratic primary where Biden led with 68 percent of delegates, Sanders 27.9, Warren 1.7, Bloomberg 1.2, and Harris earned none. It contrasts with 2020 when Harris became the nominee and questions where wisdom went. It also includes a biblical aside about the Queen of Sheba visiting Solomon in Yemen.
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Letters to the Editor on politics and culture in 2024
The writer reflects on American political divisions and cultural symbolism from Gershwin to The Wiz. It contrasts Democratic hopes and Harris rising to the 47th presidency with Republican tensions shaped by Trump allies, urging a path beyond polarized elitism.
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Letters to the Editor Guidelines for The Chronicle Telegram
The Chronicle Telegram invites letters under 250 words and may edit for brevity accuracy and taste. Include signature full home address and telephone number for verification. Mailing address and fax and email contact details are provided for submissions.
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Harris plan to tax the rich won’t be enough
Washington Post column argues that pledges not to raise taxes on those earning under 400 thousand dollars hinder a fair funding path. It notes the current debt, deficits near 7 percent of GDP, and reliance on taxing unrealized gains as a partial fix. The piece compares U S and European tax approaches and warns that middle class taxes may rise to fund social spending.
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