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Opinion

16 political cartoons drop on the war in Iran

16 political cartoons drop on the war in Iran

    The nation's top cartoonists weigh in on the ongoing war in Iran. 

    Where ethics and morality diverge in society – Richard Kyte

    Where ethics and morality diverge in society – Richard Kyte

    • Richard Kyte Columnist

    I appreciate it when high profile people get involved in ethical controversy because it gives me something to write about.

    NATO must continue with or without the United States | William A. Owens and Barry W. Poulson

    NATO must continue with or without the United States | William A. Owens and Barry W. Poulson

      If NATO survives the Iran war, it will be a very different alliance from the one now in place. 

      NATO’s mission is outdated, ignores emerging threats | Chris Talgo

      NATO’s mission is outdated, ignores emerging threats | Chris Talgo

        The North Atlantic Treaty Organization was created on April 4, 1949, “to serve three purposes: deterring Soviet expansionism, forbidding the revival of nationalist militarism in Europe through a strong North American presence on the continent, and encouraging European political integration.”

        Why does classic rock still spin for young people? | Jerry Davich

        Why does classic rock still spin for young people? | Jerry Davich

          "Please bring me my wine. We haven't had that spirit here since 1969.”

          Iran war talks stall. Defense chiefs get fired. Where’s the Senate? | Seattle Times

          Iran war talks stall. Defense chiefs get fired. Where’s the Senate? | Seattle Times

            Where is the Senate to rein in the president for waging directionless war in Middle East?

            Gas prices hit wartime high as Trump weighs next Iran move

            Gas prices hit wartime high as Trump weighs next Iran move

            • Straight Arrow News

            Gas is now an average of $4.30/gallon and crude oil prices topped $125 Thursday morning as President Trump weighs his next moves in Iran.

            Gary Varvel for Apr 30, 2026

            Gary Varvel for Apr 30, 2026

              Why do ethics and morality so often get confused? | The Ethical Life podcast

              Why do ethics and morality so often get confused? | The Ethical Life podcast

                🎧 The conversation examines professional standards, personal judgment and why similar actions can lead to very different consequences across careers, institutions and public expectations.

                9 Albums That Nearly Destroyed These Classic Rock Legends

                9 Albums That Nearly Destroyed These Classic Rock Legends

                  Some albums are ahead of their time. Others just stink. We're not saying that all the albums on this list are bad, but they all nearly took down the bands who made them.

                  Report cards are sending parents the wrong signals | Bloomberg News

                  Report cards are sending parents the wrong signals | Bloomberg News

                    Achievement mirage has consequences, hurts disadvantaged students the most

                    Shooter's real problem was in his head, not politics | Froma Harrop

                    Shooter's real problem was in his head, not politics | Froma Harrop

                      "Shots Fired at Correspondents' Dinner" dominated TV headlines following the gun attack at the Washington Hilton. Correction: Shots were not fired at the dinner but in the corridor outside. That's where security had pinned the accused gunman, Cole Tomas Allen, on his stomach and handcuffed him.

                      When political violence erupts, Washington plays the blame game | Jonah Goldberg

                      When political violence erupts, Washington plays the blame game | Jonah Goldberg

                        A heavily armed California man was caught trying to storm the White House correspondents' dinner Saturday with the apparent intent to kill the president.

                        Trump Assassination Attempt: International Leaders React With Outrage

                        Trump Assassination Attempt: International Leaders React With Outrage

                          Trump assassination attempt: international leaders react with outrage after Correspondents’ Dinner shooting. A shooting incident near the White House Correspondents’ Dinner in Washington, D.C., where President Donald Trump and senior officials were present, has triggered strong reactions fro…

                          Editorials

                          Are we confusing outrage with truth in the age of algorithms? | The Ethical Life podcast

                          Are we confusing outrage with truth in the age of algorithms? | The Ethical Life podcast

                          🎧 The hosts examine how personalized feeds amplify conflict, bury progress and leave citizens exhausted and polarized, reinforcing a distorted picture of society that feels broken and perpetually on edge.

                          NC Supreme Court race ruling is a dangerous attack on voters who followed the rules | Opinion

                          Roughly 65,000 votes are just a step away from being thrown out after the North Carolina Court of Appeals sided with Jefferson Griffin in his lawsuit seeking to overturn the state Supreme Court race he lost by 734 votes out of more than 5 million cast. In a stunning decision that changes the rules of an election after that election has occurred, the court ruled that the vast majority of the ...

                          St. Louis Post-Dispatch: 'Ghost gun' in CEO's murder highlights an industry custom-made for crime

                          St. Louis Post-Dispatch: 'Ghost gun' in CEO's murder highlights an industry custom-made for crime

                          Why is Congress protecting untraceable weapons?

                          Be very afraid of Project 2025 | What keeps you up at night? podcast

                          Be very afraid of Project 2025 | What keeps you up at night? podcast

                          In her latest What keeps you up at night? podcast, columnist Lynn Schmidt shares her concerns over Project 2025 and the current state of America's politics. 

                          Columnists

                          Where ethics and morality diverge in society – Richard Kyte

                          Where ethics and morality diverge in society – Richard Kyte

                          I appreciate it when high profile people get involved in ethical controversy because it gives me something to write about.

                          NATO must continue with or without the United States | William A. Owens and Barry W. Poulson

                          NATO must continue with or without the United States | William A. Owens and Barry W. Poulson

                          If NATO survives the Iran war, it will be a very different alliance from the one now in place. 

                          NATO’s mission is outdated, ignores emerging threats | Chris Talgo

                          NATO’s mission is outdated, ignores emerging threats | Chris Talgo

                          The North Atlantic Treaty Organization was created on April 4, 1949, “to serve three purposes: deterring Soviet expansionism, forbidding the revival of nationalist militarism in Europe through a strong North American presence on the continent, and encouraging European political integration.”

                          Why does classic rock still spin for young people? | Jerry Davich

                          Why does classic rock still spin for young people? | Jerry Davich

                          "Please bring me my wine. We haven't had that spirit here since 1969.”

                          Shopping

                          Altcoins to Buy: How to Find and Buy Altcoins for the Next Bull Run

                          Altcoins to Buy: How to Find and Buy Altcoins for the Next Bull Run

                          Affiliate. 

                          Upcoming Crypto Presales: How to Find and Buy Top Crypto Presales

                          Upcoming Crypto Presales: How to Find and Buy Top Crypto Presales

                          Affiliate. Learn how to find and buy top crypto presales and what to look for when researching. 

                          How to Buy Meme Coins: How to Find New Meme Coins and Where to Buy Them

                          How to Buy Meme Coins: How to Find New Meme Coins and Where to Buy Them

                          Affiliate. Learn how to find and buy the newest meme coins. 

                          Next Crypto to Explode: How To Find New Crypto Coins and Buy Them

                          Next Crypto to Explode: How To Find New Crypto Coins and Buy Them

                          Affiliate. Learn how to find and buy the next big crypto coins before they explode.

                          Letters to the Editor

                          Richard Flowe: Write-in Haley-DeSantis for President and Vice President

                          Richard Flowe: Write-in Haley-DeSantis for President and Vice President

                          Richard Flowe shares why he is writing in Nikki Haley for president and Ron DeSantis.

                          Letters to the editor: Long-time business closing; an act of kindness; and harness the wind

                          Letters to the editor: Long-time business closing; an act of kindness; and harness the wind

                          A Concord institution closing

                          Letters to the editor: A judge's view on Trump; a long-time Concord business closing; and good deed by KPD

                          Letters to the editor: A judge's view on Trump; a long-time Concord business closing; and good deed by KPD

                          Retired judge’s view on Trump

                          A Concord institution closing - Scott and Teresa Padgett

                          A Concord institution closing - Scott and Teresa Padgett

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