History and milestones from March 20 across years
March 20 marks the commissioning of the first US Navy aircraft carrier in 1922, the Senate approving Japan sovereignty in 1952, and the 1950s boxing safety push. It notes Spike Lee’s debut earnings and the 1947 Japanese constitution renouncing war, with brief weather and lunar reference.
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Obama uses Wright debate to frame race and unity
Kathleen Parker argues Obama’s Philadelphia speech attempts to unite while addressing Reverend Jeremiah Wright. She notes Obama’s tact in acknowledging racism’s history, but questions why he stayed with Wright, framing the choice as a test of national unity and progress toward a more perfect union.
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Five years after Iraq war a call to learn from the disaster
Miami Herald columnist Pitts argues the war should never have been fought and calls on the electorate to learn from the mistake. He cites costs, casualties, and rising antiwar sentiment while urging vigilance to prevent future hasty actions.
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Senate advances tougher toy safety bill with new powers
An editorial notes Congress moved to give the Consumer Product Safety Commission stronger oversight, import safety authority, mandatory safety standards, a public database of complaints, and higher penalties. The Senate bill, passed March 6, strengthens staffing and funding and surpasses the House version amid industry pushback. The Bush administration opposes the database but may still sign a compromise package. The piece urges continued progress for consumer protection.
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