Biden criticized for not sanctioning crown prince over Khashoggi murder
The Los Angeles Times notes President Biden would punish Saudi leaders over Jamal Khashoggi’s 2018 killing but the administration has paused sanctions on Mohammed bin Salman. It cites policy recalibration, limited sanctions on other officials, and ongoing U.S.-Saudi ties, arguing justice for Khashoggi requires action against the crown prince.
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Gazette invites reader letters with contact details
The Medina Gazette requests letters to the editor limited to about 250 words. Authors should include name, full home address, and telephone number for verification, with email submissions preferred to letters medina-gazette.com.
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Debating a $15 minimum wage and federalism
Washington Post columnist George Will argues the push for a $15 federal minimum wage mixes policy and politics. He notes potential job losses, higher prices for child care, and regional disparities, while praising restrained parliamentary norms and the value of federalism in shaping such a nationwide rule.
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Cuomo sexual misconduct saga seen through partisan lens
Dahleen Glanton assesses how multiple accusations against Gov. Andrew Cuomo are framed by Democrats and Republicans, arguing party politics often eclipses the alleged misconduct and the survivors' stories. She compares past cases, notes the risk of political motives, and questions the era’s fixation on misconduct versus accountability.
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