Syrian jihadist threat grows near Mediterranean and Turkey
Trudy Rubin argues that Assad’s crackdown fueled Sunni extremism in Syria and warns of a new safe haven for al Qaeda linked jihadis near the Mediterranean. She urges three actions: aid to neighbors and Iraqi border security, cutting Gulf funding to jihadis, and stronger backing for moderate rebels. Readers are urged to press for decisive Western policy.
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Almanac highlights and notable birthdays October 2013
Almanac recaps today as the 280th day of 2013 and the 16th day of autumn. It lists notable birthdays including Niels Bohr Elijah Muhammad June Allyson Al Martino Desmond Tutu Thomas Keneally John Mellencamp Vladimir Putin Yo Yo Ma Simon Cowell Thom Yorke Taylor Hicks Charles Woodsor and others. It also notes California recall 2003 and Arnold Schwarzenegger election, Walter Payton’s 1984 rushing record, Desmond Tutu quote, and the moon phase between Oct 4 and Oct 11.
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Supreme Court weighs aggregate political contribution limits
The high court considers whether campaign finance aggregate limits violate free speech. Shaun McCutcheon challenges the $48 600 cap over two years and related limits to parties and PACs, arguing that spending to many candidates should not imply corruption.
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Will argues against aggregate campaign contribution limits
George Will contends Congress lacks justification for aggregate limits on campaign contributions. He claims incumbents push restrictions to protect themselves, notes First Amendment implications, and argues such rules resemble self-dealing while harming political expression and candidate support. Will cites Bradley Smith and cites appearances of corruption. Washington Post reflects his viewpoint.
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Indecision, Dining, and D L Stewart Reflections
The Dayton Daily News columnist D L Stewart laments indecision in daily life from choosing shirts to navigating faux ethnic restaurants with endless menu options. He notes the pressure of lines behind him and the urge to skip dining out for simple soup at home.
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