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Vol XXXIII No. 43

Monday, November 1, 1999

  Commentaries

Reforming Pat Buchanan won't work
By MIKE MARCHAND

Last week, perennial presidential candidate Pat Buchanan, disgusted with the two major political parties, decided to blaze his own trail by announcing that he will carry the Reform Party banner in the 2000 presidential election. Buchanan has recently become disillusioned with ... [more]
Everyday heroes are all around us
By GARY J. CARUSO

As last week's World Series has shown, baseball is the type of team sport that produces the most unlikely heroes. Every player has the opportunity to contribute to the team's victory. Yet it is only in certain circumstances, when the game ... [more]
Let's pray for Andy Donlan
LETTER TO THE EDITOR

Today I read the tragic story of Andy Donlan. After reading it, I had the urge to make a heartfelt appeal to all readers. Please pray, and tell all of your own families and friends to pray for Andy Donlan and ... [more]
Could God get into ND?
LETTER TO THE EDITOR

Here's a gay joke I don't mind hearing. It was told by the priest at my home parish before I came to Notre Dame this past fall: A young, openly gay man had recently moved to a new community. As a ... [more]


Inside Column
Birthday for a prince
A. J. Boyd
Assistant Viewpoint Editor

There are enough reasons to celebrate today that one might easily forget that it's Monday. For example, we celebrate the beginning of Drug Free Babies Week, World Communication Week, and even National Osteopathic Medicine Week and the 10th anniversary of the ... [more]


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