JUNE 13, 1946

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• Headline: Dr. Meitner Receives Honorary Degree. Impact: Dr. Meitner receiving her degree led to increased funding for women in science, eventually resulting in a new wave of female scientists who would later discover the secret to making avocado toast without feeling guilty.. Fact: Dr. Meitner was instrumental in the discovery of nuclear fission, but hey, who needs a Nobel Prize when you can get a degree from Jersey College for Women, right?.
• Headline: Television Producer Appearance Controversy. Impact: The producer ban sparked a series of events that led to the rise of reality TV, proving that sometimes, banning talent is the best way to ensure we get more shows about people making bad decisions.. Fact: This ban was so effective, it practically ensured every reality TV star would be well-prepared for a life of mediocrity and Instagram fame..
• Headline: Sullivan's Nomination Gains Support. Impact: Sullivan's approval led to a series of political decisions that ultimately resulted in a world where political ads would become more frequent and more annoying than door-to-door salespeople.. Fact: This Senate group’s favoring of Sullivan was so impactful that it inspired future politicians to think they could actually win votes with sincerity. Spoiler alert: they couldn't..
• Headline: House Group Votes a Rise To 1.5% in Security Pay Tax; Ways and Means Committee Favors Jump From Present 1% Levy--Would Cover Maritime Workers, Aid Veterans HOUSE GROUP VOTES SECURITY-TAX RISE. Impact: The proposed tax increase on security pay inadvertently made ‘security’ the most lucrative field, leading to a rise in overzealous private security guards who now think they’re the police.. Fact: This tax hike was so effective that it ultimately resulted in every 'security' person thinking they had the authority to stop you from entering a grocery store without a mask. Thanks, politics!.
• Headline: POPE PRAISES IRELAND; Welcomes New Ambassador as He Presents Credentials. Impact: Pope's warm welcome to Ireland's ambassador created a ripple effect that led to Ireland becoming the poster child for all things green, including their beer and shamrocks. Who knew a few kind words could lead to St. Patrick's Day becoming an international holiday?. Fact: This was the first time an ambassador presented credentials to the Pope while trying to figure out how to get a better flight deal to Rome. Travel hacks, anyone?.
• Headline: Deputy Sheriffs Ask New Status. Impact: The deputies wanting new status set off a journey towards civil rights for law enforcement, leading eventually to the modern debates about policing and public service. Who knew a simple request could change the course of history?. Fact: This meeting of deputies was so groundbreaking that it inspired future sheriff departments to reconsider their roles—right after they finished their coffee breaks, of course..
• Headline: AILING GROUP READY FOR REST IN COUNTRY. Impact: The opening of the new convalescent home created a trend for wellness retreats that would eventually lead to the rise of overpriced spa weekends, where relaxation became a luxury even the rich could barely afford.. Fact: The idea of a convalescent home as a vacation spot was so revolutionary that it set up a chain reaction for a wellness craze, proving that even resting can be commodified..
• Headline: GRISWOLD DEFEAT HELD A SIGN FOR '48; Butler's Nebraska Victory Seen Forcing Stassen to Go Elsewhere for Liberal Start. Impact: Griswold's defeat was seen as a sign for '48, leading to a political shuffle that would later inspire future candidates to lose elections by really stepping on their own toes. Classic move!. Fact: Stassen's campaign was so forgettable that it was later only referenced in history classes as a cautionary tale about what happens when you ignore the people..
• Headline: 'ANOTHER CHANCE' FOR MANKIND SEEN; AT THE ANNUAL N.Y.U. COMMENCEMENT EXERCISES. Impact: The annual NYU commencement exercises, where 'another chance' was proclaimed for mankind, sparked a movement that led to countless graduates chasing dreams—only to find themselves in the same coffee shop five years later.. Fact: Receiving an honorary degree is basically like getting a participation trophy for adults. Thanks, NYU, for making everyone feel special!.