Wednesday, May 4, 2011

Wednesday's Daily Brief

Wednesday, May 4, 2011
WORLD
White House: Bin Laden Was Unarmed During Navy SEAL Raid
BUSINESS
As Treasury Prevents Default, 'Headache' For Cities, States Begins
GREEN
1.8 Million U.S. Homes At Great Risk From Hurricanes
MEDIA
Amanpour Made Eerie Allusion To Bin Laden's Whereabouts On 'Real Time With Bill Maher'
ENTERTAINMENT
Rob Lowe: I Flew With 9/11 Terrorists
BLOG POSTS
Wes Moore: In Search of the Image That Satisfies
I was among those cheering as word spread that Osama bin Laden was dead, but as we inch closer to a decision to release the photos of his dead body, I cannot say I share the same joy.
Imam Feisal Abdul Rauf: Praying for an End to the Chapter of Terrorism
As our president reminded us, bin Laden did not represent Islam. The Quran explicitly states that no soul shall be responsible for the sins of another. Terrorism, which targets innocents who had no part in a crime, fundamentally violates this Quranic commandment.
Michelle Rhee: In Honor of Teacher Appreciation Week: Let's Show Our Thanks to Teachers by Elevating the Profession
Most teachers are evaluated inconsistently, going without the feedback and professional development that can help them excel. The need for change is basic and glaring. We need new evaluation systems that can strengthen the profession.
David Katz, M.D.: When Medical Residents Don't Get Enough Sleep
As a frequent flier, I wince at every story of an inattentive air traffic controller. A parallel dilemma related to the working hours of medical residents is playing out at lower altitudes.
Timothy Karr: Throw Your Smartphone Down the Rabbit Hole
Do you believe in fairy tales? AT&T wants you to. The phone giant is trying to make everyone believe that its takeover of T-Mobile would be good for jobs, innovation and the economy, while saving you hundreds of dollars on your smartphone.

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