Almanac May 14 2016 highlights and birthdays
Almanac item notes Today’s birthdays including Otto Klemperer and Mark Zuckerberg. It recalls the Louisiana Purchase cost of 15 million dollars and the 1913 Walter Johnson scoreless streak record. Also cites a Zuckerberg quote and Jamestown company count of 108 along with lunar phase between May 13 and May 21.
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Letters to the Editor Guidelines from The Chronicle Telegram
The Chronicle Telegram outlines submission rules for letters to the editor. Letters should be 250 words or fewer and may be edited for brevity accuracy and taste. Include signature full home address and phone for verification.
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Republicans fail to unite behind Trump feud persists
Washington analysis argues House Speaker Paul Ryan hesitates to endorse Donald Trump as party divides over Trump’s agenda. McCain Graham and other GOP leaders split on backing the presumptive nominee amid questions of loyalty, policy, and national security stance.
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North Carolina Governor defies DOJ over bathroom bill
Governor Pat McCrory sued the Department of Justice after a May 6 warning that HB2, the bathroom bill, violates the Civil Rights Act. He accused the Obama administration of bypassing Congress and seeking to rewrite policy, signaling a national dispute over transgender rights and state authority.
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Cal Thomas on bathrooms and transgender policy debate
Cal Thomas questions privacy in restrooms and school gyms amid Target and North Carolina actions on transgender rights. He argues for single occupancy facilities and criticizes federal policy aims to transform U S societal norms.
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Zimmerman gun auction turns tragedy into circus
Sun Sentinel columnist notes George Zimmerman auctions the gun used to kill Trayvon Martin drawing bids online amid public outrage. The piece cites reactions from Trayvon Martin's family attorney Benjamin Crump and details Zimmerman’s controversial behavior and statements surrounding the sale.
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