Obama Faces Grading Curve as Security Fallout Hits Early Year
Kathleen Parker argues Obama inherits a flawed security system and must act decisively after the Christmas Day underpants bombing attempt. She critiques Obama’s calm demeanor, calls for stronger leadership, and notes intelligence gaps blamed on the ODNI while acknowledging preexisting issues from the Bush era.
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Today in History January 4 2010 and notable facts
Highlights include the 1885 first appendectomy, 1920 first black professional baseball league, 1965 Johnson Great Society speech, Pelosi’s 2007 Speaker election. Birthdays include Isaac Newton and Louis Braille. Sports note: Fu Mingxia 1991 world champion at 12. Medicare facts and Hall of Fame 2008 induction. Moon phase note.
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Blight battle over Atlantic Yards in Brooklyn debate
The piece argues against eminent domain use to seize 22 acres in Prospect Heights for Bruce Ratner’s Atlantic Yards project. It cites the 1954 and 2005 rulings expanding public use, notes the Goldstein condo, state subsidies, and Columbia’s opposition, and questions court decisions backing the plan. George Will.
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Fly Naked? A Bold Take on Airline Security
Dayton Daily News columnist Stewart argues to end clothing for air travel, ship luggage ahead, and remove security checkpoints. He claims naked flights would save time and money, curb smuggling, and reduce hassles, urging carriers to embrace disrobing for security.
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