McCain Bid Reveals Decline of Conservative GOP
The piece argues John McCain’s South Carolina win shows waning grip of traditional Christian conservative forces in the Republican Party. It notes his rise relies on independents and Democrats, challenges to Bush on tax cuts and Social Security, and shifts driven by suburban voters and changing attitudes toward social issues.
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Bradley aides warn March 7 many decide Bradley campaign fate
Washington Post reports Bradley aides say March 7 primaries could end his bid if weak results persist. Bradley critics fear a costly, protracted fight fuels Gore toward the convention and general election. Anita Dunn stresses hope for March 7 yet rejects a doomed, single-path strategy.
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Kansas highways fuel rise in fatal crashes after speed limit repeal
Midwest briefs report Kansas non-interstate fatal crashes up 34 percent and total road deaths up 17 percent after Congress repealed the 55 mph limit in 1995. National data show sharp rises in 25 states with higher limits, while seven states saw no change. Other notes include a $50 million gift to the University of St. Thomas, an auction of Madison area silent-film posters, and a St. Louis case of an 11-year-old girl facing adult murder charges in a boyfriend’s death.
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Iowa House considers covenant marriage bill and private choices
A proposed House File 2082 would allow signing a covenant delaying dissolution except for adultery abuse felony imprisonment abandonment or two year separation. The author argues against state enforced marriages while supporting stronger premarital guidance and fair asset and child welfare protections. The piece emphasizes that law cannot regulate love and urges preserving divorce rights while encouraging internal community efforts to strengthen marriages.
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Gazette Promotes Green Printing And Recycling Drops
The Gazette promotes soy ink farming and prints on recycled newsprint. It urges readers to drop newspapers for recycling at City Carton 4250 Sixth St SW or at the nearest recycling location.
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