Hobby Lobby ruling anchors religious liberty over contraception
Kathryn Lopez notes the 5-4 Supreme Court decision upholding religious liberty for Hobby Lobby and similar groups, contrasting open debate with Obama administration positions, and praising defenders of the First Amendment amid protests and dissenting views. The piece reflects on Justice Ginsburg’s critique and the broader clash over contraceptive coverage and religious freedom.
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Almanac Highlights Birthdays And Notable Facts
Today's notable birthdays include Marc Chagall and Jorja Fox among others. The Chillicothe Baking Co introduced the first packaged sliced bread in 1928. Boris Becker became the youngest Wimbledon champion in 1985. David McCullough’s quote on history appears. Satchel Paige’s last MLB game came at age 59 in 1965. The moon sits between the first quarter and full phase this period.
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Ringo Starr
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Jim Gaffigan
Jorja Fox
Lisa Leslie
Michelle Kwan
Chillicothe Baking Co
Chillicothe
Boris Becker
Satchel Paige
Kansas City Athletics
Charles O. Finley
Supreme Court Rules Echo Progressive Power and Unions
George Will notes two 5-4 decisions on the term’s final day. RFRA limits on birth control mandates clash with executive agency scope. A separate ruling limits government employee union fees for home health workers, signaling campaign finance reform amid partisan dynamics.
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Pat Quinn
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Grilling debate: inside pan use may ruin outdoor myth
A columnist cites a NYT cooking piece advising heavy cast iron pans for burgers and grills only for outside use. He mocks grilling as a male illusion, claims burgers blacken and taste worse on a grill, and notes many men still prefer outdoor heat on hot days with smoky kerosene scent.
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Chronicle Telegram letter guidelines and submission details
The Chronicle Telegram invites letters to the editor with editing for brevity accuracy and taste. Letters should be 250 words or fewer and may be edited for length. Include signature full home address and phone for verification. Submissions by mail fax or email are listed with contact details.
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