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Joe Madison, Radio Host and Civil Rights Activist, Dies at 74
On the air, he urged politically powerful guests to take action on human rights issues. Outside the studio, he joined protests, including a hunger strike...
David J. Skal, Scholar Who Took Horror Seriously, Dies at 71
In books like “The Monster Show” and “Screams of Reason,” he examined the cultural significance of movies meant to scare the bejesus out of people.
Byron Wien, Wall Street Seer of the Unexpected, Dies at 90
A widely read financial analyst, he was known for his annual forecast “Ten Surprises.” But he was fallible, as when he predicted a President Hillary...
Mel Sembler, Developer and G.O.P. Fund-Raiser, Is Dead at 93
He received ambassadorships after filling campaign coffers that led to two Bush presidencies. He later came around to backing Donald Trump.
David McCormick Faces Scrutiny in Pennsylvania Over Teacher Pension Fund
David McCormick, a Republican Senate candidate in Pennsylvania, came under attack from his chief rival, Dr. Mehmet Oz, over the underperformance of investments for the...