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We used to solve problems together

We used to solve problems together

We used to solve problems together

Americans are currently experiencing one of the most peculiar public episodes of my lifetime.

Johnston is a good fit for Clinton

It only seems like yesterday that Robert Johnston took over as Clinton’s city manager. But like so many things, yesterday has turned into a full year on the job.
Be careful who you use for a prop

Be careful who you use for a prop

Be careful who you use for a prop

Social media was all about Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez's "Tax the Rich" dress at the Met Gala. But the more important outfit was worn by her Congressional colleague Rep. Carolyn Maloney, who dressed as a suffragette. The suffragettes were largely against abortion.
Democrats’ $3.5 trillion plan could be self- destructing

Democrats’ $3.5 trillion plan could be self- destructing

Democrats’ $3.5 trillion plan could be self-destructing

President Joe Biden, House Speaker Nancy Pelosi and Senate Majority Leader Charles Schumer have based the future of the entire Democratic agenda on a trick. And now many Democrats are increasingly concerned – terrified, actually – that the trick won't work.
GOP needs to heed Graham’s warning

GOP needs to heed Graham’s warning

GOP needs to heed Graham’s warning

The Brennan Center for Justice reports that in the first six months of 2021, at least 18 states enacted 30 laws that restrict access to the ballot box, and in recent days, Texas has passed possibly the most draconian voter-suppression laws of any state.
Reader asks for tips to avoid procrastination tendencies

Reader asks for tips to avoid procrastination tendencies

Reader asks for tips to avoid procrastination tendencies

DEAR HARRIETTE: I’m going into my senior year of high school, and I’m scared about all the stuff on my plate. On top of college applications, I’m enrolled in five A.P. courses, doing two internships and am an officer of four clubs. It’s a lot.

TODAY IN HISTORY

TODAY’S HISTORYIn 1792, the French National Convention declared France a republic and voted to abolish the monarchy.In 1897, the New York Sun published an editorial by Francis Pharcellus Church that included the now-famous phrase, “Yes, Virginia, there is a Santa Claus.”In 1981, the U.S.

TODAY IN HISTORY

In 1793, President George Washington laid the cornerstone for the U.S. Capitol building in Washington, D.C.In 1850, Congress passed the Fugitive Slave Act, which allowed slave owners to reclaim slaves who had escaped to free states.
CLINTON’S HISTORY 10, 20 AND 30 YEARS AGO

CLINTON’S HISTORY 10, 20 AND 30 YEARS AGO

CLINTON’S HISTORY 10, 20 AND 30 YEARS AGO

30 YEARS AGOFive sets of twins had invaded the Clinton Kindergarten to confuse their teachers at Southwest Elementary School.The photogenic duos included Elijah and Joshua Partain, sons of Mr. and Mrs. Russell Partain; Tara and Lindsey Duvall, daughters of Mr. and Mrs.

Another great thing for Clinton!

Before Clinton Economic Development Authority Director Roland Mower was hired, he told the local search committee it would take two to three years of work before it could start seeing results.He explained that getting businesses to locate here isn’t like placing an order at a fast-food restaurant.