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Tragedy in Colorado

Wednesday, July 25, 2012 — Issue 162

In next week's paper, we plan to publish a roundup of points of view that tackle some of the difficult issues in the aftermath of the tragic shooting in Colorado which has gripped the national debate.

People can disagree - reasonably and otherwise - on the constellation of topics surrounding this shooting, ranging from gun control to behavioral health.

We welcome readers' thoughtful contributions.

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