Almanag June 3 2007 history and birthdays brief
Key historical notes dated June 3 2007 include Washington taking command in 1775 and Gettysburg ending in 1863. Birthdays cover George M Cohan Franz Kafka Tom Cruise Moises Alou. Also features Tony Cloninger two grand slams in 1966 and U S Veterans Administration founded in 1930. 23.4 million veterans live in the U S as of 2005. Moon phase hints between June 30 full moon and July 7 last quarter.
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George Washington
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U.S. Veterans Administration
George M. Cohan
Franz Kafka
Tom Cruise
Tony Cloninger
Atlanta Braves
United States
Nancy Drew's new film falters against old spunk
Meghan O Rourke compares the 2000s Nancy Drew to the classic 1930s and 1950s versions, noting the revived updated teen sleuth lacks the original's fearless self confidence amid a culture of self analysis. The piece contrasts parents counselors and social pressures shaping modern girls with the earlier absence of therapy centered self reliance.
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Meghan O’rourke
Nancy Drew
Los Angeles
Simon & Schuster
Nancy
Macy's
Hollywood
Ned Nickerson
Bess
George
Ophelia
Mary Pipher
No Child Left Behind reform debate and opt out idea
The Washington Post editorial argues for continuing No Child Left Behind while addressing rising criticisms. It notes shifts in political support since 2001, considers allowing state opt outs, and urges keeping rigorous standards with realistic goals. It highlights Education Trust ideas and the need for targeted help to struggling schools.
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Congress
Bush
Eugene W. Hickok
Mr. Hickok
Edward M. Kennedy
D-Mass
No Child Left Behind
Education Trust
Immigration revolt shows party disunity
Peter Brown analyzes how immigration reform exposed deep divisions within both parties. He notes Democrats lack unified control in Congress despite a narrow Senate edge. Freshmen from red states split from party leaders, undermining hopes for cohesive immigration policy. Brown argues leadership cannot always command rank and file.
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Bush
Congress
Washington, D.C
House
Ronald Reagan
Iraq
Nancy Pelosi
Edward Kennedy
Claire McCaskill
Missouri
Jon Tester
Montana
Jim Webb
Virginia
George W. Bush
Red
America
Capitol Hill
White House
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