Boehner Resigns Speakership After Papal Address
Speaker John Boehner announced he will resign from the House and his seat after twenty five years, saying a day after Pope Francis addressed Congress he woke with resolve. The pope urged cooperation and a renew ed spirit of unity while Boehner noted the party’s polarization and vowed a smoother transition.
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Election letters guidelines from The Chronicle Telegram
The Chronicle Telegram invites letters to the editor for the November 3 general election. Letters should be 250 words or fewer and may be edited for length. Include signature, full address, and phone number. Submissions by mail fax or email to the Editorial Page Editor.
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Trump era politics eyed as Trumpism fades
George Will argues the 2016 race shows a fractured Republican field with Trump collapsing before delivering a unified threat. He considers Cruz a slim path to the nomination while warning of Democratic hesitations over Clinton and Biden, and notes possible shifts among Trump supporters toward Cruz or other candidates.
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Is Bridge a Sport Worth Courtroom Debate
In England the High Court weighs whether bridge qualifies as a sport after Sport England claimed only physically demanding activities count. The debate contrasts Olympic recognition, ESPN definitions, and other activities like dancing and lifesaving, ending with a provocative question about what counts as sport.
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Almanac Highlights for Today in 2015
Today marks day 271 of 2015 and the sixth day of autumn. Notable birthdays include Ed Sullivan and Brigitte Bardot. William the Conqueror rose to power amid controversy, while Ted Williams achieved a .406 batting average in 1941. Janeane Garofalo provides a cheeky quote. Al Capp became the youngest syndicated cartoonist at 23. The moon phase sits between a full moon on Sept 27 and the last quarter on Oct 4.
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