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  • Very much in our interest

    Published on: 08/21/08

    A recent letter ("Not in our interest," Aug. 6) accused our congressman, Lynn Westmoreland, of doing exactly what he promised. First, the letter-writer wagged her finger at Westmoreland for voting against several bills that would increase the size of government or put taxpayers on the hook for billions in new liabilities. Second, she blasted the congressman for supporting increased domestic oil exploration.

  • Fifty years ago today, August 21, 1958

    Published on: 08/21/08

    Talmadge, Thurmond Attack Eisenhower Troop Threat If President Eisenhower intends to send troops into the South to enforce integration, then "the nation will have to expand its armed forces," Sen. Herman Talmadge declared yesterday.

  • Got something to say?

    Published on: 08/21/08

    Bush and Rice say that in the 21st century "it is unacceptable to invade a sovereign nation." Really?

  • Out of the closet

    Published on: 08/17/08

    Not again. Please, Lord, not again. At least not in Alabama. Anywhere else. Please.

  • Odd handling of serious cases

    Published on: 08/21/08

    District Attorney Gray Conger wants a Superior Court review of a couple of conspicuously light bonds set for two men facing charges related to the sexual exploitation of children.