July 3, 2005

The Death of Senator Gaylord Nelson

Sadly, a rare statesman has passed from this life. ["Gaylord Nelson dies at age 89"] Senator Gaylord Nelson was primarily known for his environmental leadership, particularly founding Earth Day in 1970. He served for 18 years in the Senate where he sponsored numerous environmental protection bills.

What To Grill? Make Mine American, Please

If you were still not quite certain what to barbeque for your friends for your Independence Day cookout, the New York Times would like you to consider some dishes from predominantly Muslim countries.

In Praise of Huddled Masses

Wall Street Journal, Jul 3, 1984

Amid the fireworks and picnics as this nation celebrates its independence tomorrow, we hope Americans stop to ask, what is the United States? The question is especially appropriate at this moment in the history of a nation of immigrants; upon returning from its July 4 recess Congress will try to finish work on the Simpson-Mazzoli bill.

The Fulford File, By James Fulford