Almanac facts for today and notable figures
Today is the 251st day of 2017 and the 81st day of summer. Births include Claude Pepper Sid Caesar Grace Metalious Peter Sellers Patsy Cline Aimee Mann Martin Freeman Pink Wiz Khalifa Avicii. The Galveston hurricane of 1900 killed over 8000 people, a record natural disaster in U.S. history. Grace Metalious quote on human fault and peace. Star Trek 6 spinoffs since original series. Moon phase from Sept 6 to Sept 12.
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Trump dodges decisive DACA move delaying Congress action
Doyle McManus analyzes President Trump delaying a DACA decision by six months and pushing the issue to Congress. He notes the political risk within GOP factions, potential bipartisan support in principle, and likely renewed pressure as deadlines loom and the 2018 primary season nears.
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South Korea Trade Pact Faces Trump Administration Review
Washington weighs the U S South Korea Free Trade Agreement amid North Korea tensions. Critics warn withdrawal would harm exports and damage alliance, while analysts note U S deficits are misrepresented and mutual economic ties run deep. Robert Samuelson notes trade issues are minor next to nuclear threats.
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Dr Strangelove Reversed at White House as North Korea Tensions Rise
Trudy Rubin notes the parallel between the nuclear brinkmanship of 1964 and current U S tensions with North Korea. Mattis and Dunford temper Trump’s impulsive rhetoric as policy vacuums and stalled diplomacy hinder sanctions and talks with Pyongyang.
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