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John Wilgers, Acooa Lee Ellis and Dorothy Bridges
Robert A. George, Bloomberg Opinion
On jumping in the vaccine line, give politicians a break
When our leaders get the vaccine, they are demonstrating that it's safe, hopefully encouraging others to trust and receive it as well.
Nicholas Goldberg, Los Angeles Times (TNS)
Should Bill Cosby's sexual assault conviction be overturned?
At issue in appeal is the allowance of testimony seemingly pertinent to, but not directly involved with, the accusation upon which he was convicted.
Adam Minter, Bloomberg Opinion (TNS)
NASA status check: All systems go ... ing rather poorly
Trump had ambitions but will leave behind a messy space program. The path forward: harnessing the efficiency and inventiveness of private competition.
Therese Raphael, Bloomberg Opinion (TNS)
Brexit by Boris narrows free trade, but it could have been worse
Having an agreement at all merits celebration.
Mike Hansen and John Kingrey
Burrell case exposes need for reform of jailhouse snitch prosecutions
Prosecutors aren't required to track and disclose the activities of jailhouse informants, meaning false testimonies go unchecked.
Advertisers tread carefully as Super Bowl LV approaches
Many slots are open as companies struggle to find the right message.
John Goglia
Will anyone be willing to fly on Boeing's retooled 737 Max?
Review criteria have been met, but more transparency is needed from both the company and the FAA.
Ramesh Ponnuru Bloomberg Opinion (TNS)
Give Alex Azar credit for two pre-pandemic actions
Naturally, the Biden administration will have a different take on Health and Human Services, but policies on contraception and on short-term health insurance should stay in place.
Robert Moilanen
A mission for a new administration: Tell the truth, obey the law
Former Vice President Walter Mondale might be able to help the president-elect with his inaugural address.
U.K. should have reacted more quickly to new coronavirus strain
Instead, Boris Johnson was caught flat-footed once again.
Mattathias Schwartz
A million dollars to spare? You can buy an ambassadorship.
The donor-diplomat has a long and sordid history in this country. Joe Biden should finally end it.
Ken Powell and Steve Sviggum
Financial, Title IX realities drove U decision on sports
Cutting programs was a tough decision we wish we didn't have to make.
Joe Nocera, Bloomberg Opinion
Bankruptcy is the solution to the student loan crisis
Passing a law doesn't give either side everything it wants, but it gives each of them enough to make it an acceptable solution.
Peter M. Leschak
'Hope is the thing left us in a bad time'
When the world seems dark, connecting with the earth can bring us solace.
Ahmed Tharwat
Happy Meal memories: An immigrant's tale
McDonald's was the great equalizer, and holds some of my earliest American memories.
John Kass, Chicago Tribune
Yes, Mom. I'm here
COVID-19 has taken away our ability to hug, but we are still here for each other.
Dick Schwartz
Thomas L. Friedman, New York Times
Thomas L. Friedman: I hope principled conservatives start their own party
Moderates on each side have significant leverage.
Claudia Sahm
The relief bill's biggest blind spot: Housing
Millions will owe an average of $5,850 in back rent and utilities next month.
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