History notes and birthdays of 2009 06 19
On June 19 2009 the history column lists events from 1865 federal troops arriving to end a civil conflict and 1964 filibuster battles in the U S Senate. It notes birthdays including Brian McBride and Kathleen Turner and quotes Pascal about length. Moon phase is between third quarter and new moon.
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Federal Communications
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Hungary
Gillive
Gaiman Fushdle
Kathleen Turner
Brian McBride
Blaise Pascal
Gannens
Iran election protests test Obama policy and world reaction
The piece argues whether the United States should back Iran protesters or refrain from meddling after Ahmadinejad's alleged victory. It notes massive demonstrations, questions of ballot secrecy, and the risk of triggering a color revolution while urging cautious U.S. diplomacy and ongoing dialogue with Iran.
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Iran
U.S
Stephens
Mir Hossein Mousavi
Ahmadinejad
Ethanol fuels future of rural Americans
Three former U S secretaries argue ethanol can revitalize rural America by expanding biofuel production and jobs while reducing oil imports. They cite 2008 output of 9 billion gallons, aim for over 10 billion in 2009, and note biofuels' potential to cut greenhouse gases, with concerns over food impact and land use, urging continued innovation and policy support.
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Venezuela
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Environmental Protection Agency
America
U.S
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Cable TV noise and the hunger for air time
Dayton Daily News columnist D L Stewart critiques cable news for stretching stories to fill air time. He notes sensationalism around high profile events like the Holocaust Museum shooting and abortion doctor attack, arguing deeper context is sacrificed for debate and speculation.
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