Thought For Today Line On Morals By Maria Edgeworth
A brief aphorism attributed to Maria Edgeworth from Anglo Irish novelist era. It states that a straight line is the shortest in morals as in mathematics, reflecting a moral compactness in ethical behavior.
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Maria Edgeworth
E.W. Eckard
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Gaston shelter and rescue groups urged to unite goals
Community advocates urge cooperation between Gaston County animal shelter and local rescue groups to reduce euthanasia and improve care. Since Kristine Blankenship became director, euthanasia dropped from 74 percent in 2007 to 22 percent in early 2015, with new procedures and training. Critics cite shelter hour changes as harming partnerships, urging staff scheduling adjustments and mindful budgeting while promoting education and collaboration to reach shared humane goals.
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Olks
Gaston County Animal Shelter
Commissioners
Gaston
Animal Lives Matter
Gaston County
Charleston
S.C
Kristine Blankenship
Controversy Surrounds Rachel Dolezal and Racial Fakery
Walter Williams argues that modernity allows self identification beyond biology. He cites Rachel Dolezal and Elizabeth Warren as examples of racial fakery benefiting careers, compares gender and species dysphoria, and imagines adopting a springbok identity for tax reasons. Williams, a George Mason University economics professor, comments on race and authenticity.
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Achel A. Dolezal
Spokane
Wash
NAACP
Dolezal
Eastern Washington University
Rachel Dolezal
Elizabeth Warren
Harvard University
Warren
U.S. Army
Incheon
South Korea
Bruce Jenner
Caitlyn Jenner
Williams
Car show adds to the excitement of summer concert series
The article notes a car show enhancing the summer concert series atmosphere. It quotes Mr. Caldwell who was puzzled and offended by a remark about car show enthusiasts. The piece centers on community events blending automotive interest with musical performances.
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Mr. Caldwell
Gastonia
Letter to the Editor Invites Concert Parking Debate
Gastonia reader BILL SCHREINER protests limits on downtown summer concert parking. He argues his car shows during events and cites nine nearby parking lots adjacent to the activity area, urging inclusion rather than offense.
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