Friday, March 3, 2017

@15:47, 3/3/17

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N.Y. / Region

Former Port Authority Chairman Seeks to Avoid Prison in Bribery Case

A brief filed for David Samson asked that he receive probation in connection with his guilty plea to pressing United Airlines to restart a money-losing flight.

No special treatment.

2
Real Estate

House Hunting in … Sydney

With up to 75 percent growth over the last few years, Sydney is not just the strongest property market in Australia. It is also the priciest.

Australians come here for cities.
I would go there for the spaces between.


U.S.

Trump Likely to Steer Clear of Specifics in Policy Speech to Congress

President Trump’s address to lawmakers is expected to be laden with the populist themes that powered his campaign, but lack details.

He did.

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World

Fox News and Swedish Guest Spar Over ‘National Security Adviser’ Title

The O’Reilly Factor guest, Nils Bildt, says the network gave him a false title for a segment on immigrant crime in his country. Fox denies this.

Fox News cannot win this argument.
"Honesty necessary"

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U.S.

Health Care Is Front and Center in Democrats’ Response to Trump Address

Democratic leaders are determined to make health care the centerpiece of their attacks against Republicans leading into next year’s midterm elections

It is a place to start.

6
Travel

A Wild and Winding Stairway to a Portuguese River


Worth a few hours in another trip.

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U.S.

Was Texas Voter ID Law Biased? Justice Dept. Stays Out of Argument

A previously scheduled hearing over the law had an awkward tone, one day after the Justice Department changed its position on a key issue.

The bias is obvious.

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The Learning Network

Do You Feel Your School and Teachers Welcome Both Conservative and Liberal Points of View?

In what ways does the silencing of views and opinions within places of education take a toll on learning?

Conservative views oppose learning by their conservatism.

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U.S.

In Joint Sessions of Congress, Capturing Moments of American Public Life

President Trump’s first address to the House and Senate continues an annual rite of modern presidents. A few, though, have managed to stand apart.

None of these.

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Arts

Stephen Colbert Goes Live to Dissect Trump’s Address

Mr. Colbert ran through the key moments of the speech, offering some caustic commentary.

"Moving right along . . . "

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