Minnesotas gun safety advocate Melissa Hartman slain at home
Longtime Minnesota leader Melissa Hartman and her husband Mark were killed June 14 by an armed intruder in an assassination. Hartman championed background checks red flag laws and stricter gun restrictions, leading to major statewide gun safety laws. Her death underscores rising threats to public officials and the urgent need for safety measures.
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Medina Gazette Letters Policy and Contact Guidelines
The Medina Gazette outlines letters to the editor procedures. Submissions should be 250 words or fewer and may be edited for brevity and clarity. Include name full home address and telephone number for verification, with email preferred for submissions.
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Presidents Should Not Act Like Monarchs
George Will argues that the president's unilateral war powers threaten constitutional balance. He cites Obama’s wars in Libya and Iraq style actions, urging Congress involvement, public justification, and adherence to the War Powers framework to avoid monarchic governance.
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Private clubs rise as new democratic elites redefine exclusivity
Allison Schrager examines the comeback of members-only clubs after the pandemic, tracing shifts from old elite gatekeeping to newer models where wealth and affinity trump pedigree. She notes Soho House’s influence, the commodification of elitism, and a broader social trend toward measured inclusion amid a changing economy.
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