Tag: legacy
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Watergate scandal’s legacy still echoes | Eric Sondermann
It is the scandal for which all other scandals are now named. In June 1972, a small group of Cuban burglars with high-level connections broke into the headquarters of the Democratic National Committee. Those headquarters were located in the Watergate complex of offices, residences, and a hotel. Hence, the name of the scandal that dominated…
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Grappling with an icon’s powerful message and tarnished image | Rachel Stovall
Jesse Jackson taught me – “I am somebody.” Back in the eighties, I was a fan. This week, as the nation reflects on his life (1941–2026), I find myself both grieving and grappling. Back then, Jackson stood at the intersection of pulpit and policy. He reminded us of Martin Luther King Jr. while he made…
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Family of fallen World War II hero visits Colorado Springs
The extended family of a fallen World War II hero gathered in Colorado Springs last week to thank a group of high school students for honoring their family member, and to workshop strategies for broadening local knowledge about him. Navy Aviation Machinist Mate First Class Daniel T. Griffin, acknowledged as the first Coloradan – and…
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Jay Cimino remembered as business titan, community benefactor, and veterans advocate
Superlatives, tears, and stories flowed from members of the Colorado business, veteran, and service communities following the news that automotive giant Jay Cimino died on Saturday at the age of 87. Business titan. Philanthropist. Staunch community advocate. Dedicated public servant. “More than just a car dealer, more than a man who was successful in business…
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Jay Cimino remembered as business titan, community benefactor, and veterans advocate
Facebook Twitter WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save Superlatives, tears, and stories flowed from members of the Colorado business, veteran, and service communities following the news that automotive giant Jay Cimino died on Saturday at the age of 87. Business titan. Philanthropist. Staunch community advocate. Dedicated public servant. “More than just a car…