JUNE 21, 1967

Full News Archive

• Headline: Mass Suspension of Caseworkers in Protest. Impact: The fallout from this protest possibly led to a slight increase in the awareness of workers' rights, or at least more people Googling 'how to deal with angry clients.'. Fact: Did you know? The average caseworker probably didn't sign up for a career in dodgeball, but here we are!.
• Headline: Goldberg Proposes Talks Assisted by a Third Party; DRAFT RESOLUTION IS OFFERED AT U.N. Assembly Talks by Syrian and Czechoslovak Demand Punishment of Israel. Impact: This proposal was like throwing a match into a fireworks factory. It ignited a chain of diplomatic efforts that had lasting effects on Middle Eastern politics and peace talks – or lack thereof.. Fact: Spoiler alert: third-party negotiations rarely end with everyone hugging it out, but they do make for great political theater..
• Headline: U.N. TOLD OF NEED FOR REFUGEE AID; Relief Chief Warns That Food for Arabs Will Run Short in Three Weeks U.N.'s Relief Chief Terms Speed Vital to Supply Food for Refugees. Impact: This warning catalyzed international relief efforts which, while well-intentioned, often led to debates over food quality versus quantity. The irony, of course, is that it took a crisis for people to care.. Fact: Did you know? The U.N.'s idea of 'speed' is often just as fast as a sloth on a leisurely stroll..
• Headline: JOHNSON EFFORTS TO MEET KOSYGIN APPEAR STALLED; But Some Russians Indicate Premier Is Eager to Hold Meeting in New York U.S. GESTURE IS SOUGHT Soviet President Visits Tito on Way to Conference in Cairo With Nasser Johnson Efforts to See Kosygin Seem Stalled, but Premier Is Said to Want Talks U.S. AIDES DISCERN LACK OF INTEREST Russians, on Other Hand, Say Soviet Leader Is Eager to Meet With President. Impact: Johnson's stalled efforts potentially prolonged the Cold War tension, proving once again that sometimes, the best diplomacy is just to ignore the awkwardness.. Fact: Did you know? Meeting requests between world leaders often involve more ghosting than your average Tinder date..
• Headline: House Acts to Make Mutilation of Flag A Federal Crime; HOUSE VOTES BAN ON ABUSING FLAG. Impact: This law might have prevented some people from expressing their displeasure in creative ways, leading to a world where free speech is often muted. Good job, democracy!. Fact: Fun fact: People who really love flags might want to consider taking up knitting instead of politics..
• Headline: Ship Officers Union Challenges Court Order on Strike Damage. Impact: This legal challenge possibly set the stage for more labor disputes and strikes, which makes for great headlines and terrible workdays.. Fact: Fun fact: Shipping unions can be just as dramatic as reality TV – but with fewer roses and more legal jargon..