West must unite against free speech threats
Trudy Rubin argues Western nations must defend free speech after the Charlie Hebdo massacre. She notes decades of threats against Western media over Prophet Muhammad depictions, cites Rushdie and Jyllands-Posten cases, and urges resistance to self censorship in Europe and the United States to uphold democracy.
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Stephane Charbonnier
le Monde
Almanac Highlights Birthdays and Facts for January 12
The almanac notes notable birthdays including Jack London Joe Frazier Kirstie Alley and Jeff Bezos among others. It recalls Amazon com opening in 1995 and turning a profit in 2002. It mentions Super Bowl III and Namaths Jets 16 to 7 win and cites 20 women in the 114th Congress in 2015. Moon phase is between January 4 full moon and January 13 last quarter.
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Tom Dempsey
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Controversial Questions Hover Over Lynch Attorney General Hearing
The text presents a combative, opinionated overview of Loretta Lynch's attorney general nomination and Senate confirmation hearing. It cites concerns on due process in campus investigations, solitary confinement, prison rape, mass incarceration, drug policy, mandatory minimums, IRS politicization, civil forfeiture, voter ID laws, and travel visit restrictions, with broad references to legal and constitutional principles. It highlights specific quotes, critiques, and calls for accountability as the nomination proceeds.
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Fish Surgery Sparks Internet Tabloid Style Headlines
An essay-like piece riffs on sensational headlines from tabloids and Topix. It mocks bizarre claims such as a constipated goldfish needing nearly 500 for surgery and recounts a personal anecdote about a Betta fish in a coffee cup, ending with a contact offer.
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