Almanac Highlights for 75th Day of 2012
Today marks the 75th day of 2012 and the 85th day of winter. It notes Julius Caesar assassination in 44 B.C., Wilson press conference in 1913, VA establishment in 1989, and Hu Jintao becoming China president in 2003. Birthdays include Andrew Jackson and Ruth Bader Ginsburg.
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Cheesy grits and southern stereotypes in politics
Kathleen Parker argues that national media and politicians mock Southern culture, noting Romney and Obama missteps with regional speech, while PPP and others reveal regional biases. The piece questions bias, regional humor, and whether Southerners are uniquely ignorant or simply misunderstood.
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Gingrich Wal-Mart jab stirs Alabama crowd in Dothan
In Dothan Alabama Newt Gingrich drew an overflow crowd at the Wiregrass Museum where he mocked Wal-Mart as part of a hostile reception that preceded Rick Santorum's victory in the Alabama primary. Connie Schultz reflects on media tone and public discourse in Alabama and Ohio.
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Editorial Letters On Marriage And Contraception Spark Debate
Readers weigh in on whether marriage should be limited to a man and a woman and critique the use of contraception funding. A Georgetown University student is singled out as part of a broader liberal agenda, with social and political implications discussed alongside letters outlining submission guidelines for future responses.
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