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Trump’s Christmas miracle is cold comfort for retailers

by Sarah Halzack Bloomberg Opinion August 18, 2019August 14, 2019

The reprieve is nice, but it’s a stark reminder of the White House’s impulsiveness about trade.

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Trump’s re-election now at the mercy of a slowing economy

by Sahil Kapur and Reade Pickert Bloomberg August 18, 2019August 16, 2019

A recession would be a political gift to Democrats, who have avoided talking about the nearly full employment, record stocks and low inflation so far in the Trump presidency.

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Hate crimes are increasing as political rhetoric heats up

by MICHAEL KUNZELMAN and ASTRID GALVAN Associated Press August 11, 2019August 7, 2019

Some extremism experts say data suggests a correlation between heated rhetoric from top leaders and reports of hate crimes

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Warship discovery lays to rest one of the final mysteries of the unheralded war on Portland’s doorsteps

by Paul Mills Special to the Sun Journal August 11, 2019August 2, 2019

The revelation just a few days ago that the wreckage of the Navy’s USS Eagle 56 lost 5 miles off Cape Elizabeth in the final days of World War II has now been located is an occasion to recall one of the more vivid personas associated with the episode. Meet The Rev. G. Ernest Lynch. […]

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Break up Facebook? There are smarter ways to rein in big tech

by Fiona Scott Morton Special To The Washington Post July 21, 2019July 16, 2019

Just “break them up” is a sound bite, not a solution.

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What the FaceApp freak-out really tells us

by Molly Roberts The Washington Post July 21, 2019July 19, 2019

No, it’s not about the Russians.

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How antitrust laws can save Silicon Valley – without breaking up the tech giants

by Margaret O'Mara Special to the Sun Journal July 21, 2019July 16, 2019

For AT&T in the 1950s, antitrust enforcement helped increase competition while keeping Ma Bell intact.

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Betsy Ross’ flag still not a hate symbol

by Frances Stead Sellers and Alex Horton The Washington Post July 14, 2019July 10, 2019

As the nation has celebrated its birthday with displays of its contemporary power and prestige, a historic symbol came under fire. Sportswear company Nike pulled sneakers depicting the 13-star banner known as the Betsy Ross flag after former NFL football player Colin Kaepernick, who has a sponsorship deal with Nike, reportedly objected: The flag, which […]