Almanac highlights February 23 2012 history and birthdays
Today notes Baron von Steuben at Valley Forge 1778 and Iwo Jima flag raising 1945. It lists polio vaccination start 1954, Bush announcing allied ground offensive in Iraq 1991, and birthdays of Pepys Handel Du Bois Fonda Blunt Fanning. Includes a quote by Du Bois and 6825 soldier deaths at Iwo Jima in 1945. Moon phase spans Feb 21 to Feb 29.
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Baron von Steuben
U.S
Valley Forge
Iwo Jima
Pittsburgh
George H.W. Bush
Iraq
Samuel Pepys
George Frideric Handel
W.E.B. du Bois
Peter Fonda
Emily Blunt
Dakota Fanning
New Moon
Santorum and birth control in the 2012 race
Kathleen Parker analyzes Rick Santorum's stance on contraception and abortion within Catholic teachings. He opposes banning contraception but emphasizes personal beliefs shaping his policy battles, while Mitt Romney's contraception remarks contrast. The piece critiques Santorum's prudence and electability amid broader economic concerns.
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Washington
Obama
Lucre
Mitt Romney
Epicurus
Santorum
Satan
U.S
Ave Maria University
Florida
Global Fund
America
Letters on values and local race and school issues
A collection of letters discusses personal faith and condemnation of gay rights, then endorses Paulette Lilly for Lorain County Domestic Relations Court, praises John Miraldi for judge, and urges Avon school funding issues 11 and 12 with voter guidance and local tax implications. Readers urge civic involvement with mentions of March 6 elections and local school plans in Avon and Lorain County.
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Paulette J. Lilly
Lorain County
Lilly
Paulette Lilly
Domestic Relations Court
LillyforJudge.com
Lillyforjudge
Gmail.com
Avon Middle
Heritage
Avon Village
Avon
Bill
Angie Kitinoja Avon
Court of Common Pleas
John Miraldi
Miraldi
Lorain
No four year graduates in Demfield for commissioner
Paul Zvirlis of Elyria criticizes the Demfield slate for county commissioner noting a lack of four year degree holders. He suggests pursuing a certified public accountant or corporate accountant to better read balance sheets and reduce reliance on consultants, urging use of Lorain County Community College for a degree before running again.
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Lorain County Community College
Paul Zvirblis Elyria
Chronicle-Telegram Letters Policy and Submission Details
The Chronicle-Telegram outlines editor letters up to 250 words with edits for brevity and accuracy. Submissions require signature, full address, and phone number for verification by mail fax or email. Primary election letters must arrive by Friday.
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Chronicle-Telegram
the Chronicle-Telegram
Elyria
Virginia backlash over abortion politics and a Viagra detour
Connie Schultz critiques Rick Santorum’s anti women stance, recounts personal health and contraception choices, and suggests provocative policy parodies such as mandatory Viagra viewings. She cites Virginia’s heartbeat bill scrutiny and Ohio politics, urging focus on women's autonomy and health.
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Santorum
Virginia
Ohio
MSNBC
Rachel Maddow
America
Constancia
Freedonia
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