Pope Benedict XVI Meets Abuse Victims In Historic Step
The pope held a face to face meeting with U S clergy abuse victims, listening and praying with them in what aides call a landmark step. He urged reform as the church faces lawsuits and payouts exceeding two billion dollars since 2002. The visit aims to affirm Catholic teachings while addressing past cover ups and the pain of victims.
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Pope Benedict Visit Sparks Catholic Pride in Hartford
Rev. Michael Whyte of the Hartford Connecticut archdiocese says Pope Benedict XVI's U.S. visit left Catholics filled with pride and vows to call the faithful back to tradition and true beliefs.
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First Amendment protects religion, speech, press rights
The First Amendment declares that Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion or prohibiting its free exercise. It also safeguards the freedom of speech and of the press and the right of the people to assemble peacefully and to petition the government for a redress of grievances.
Budget puzzle looms as lawmakers return from spring break
Kansan legislators face a tightened forecast reducing general revenues by about 130 million and lowering state income projections to around 6.0 billion for 2009. They must resolve social services, higher education, and gambling revenue along with pay raises and in-home services while reconciling rival budget bills before a late April wrap-up session.
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Cuba reforms spark debate over sincerity and democracy
Admiral James Stavridis questions if Cuba's economic changes under Raul Castro are sincere or cosmetic. The piece notes limited real freedoms, examines lack of democratic reform, and argues international pressure should push for political liberalization alongside economic liberalization. The author cites jailed journalists, one party rule, and Granma's warning against subversion.
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Random offerings mix in Dolores Hope column note
Dolores Hope’s Garden City Telegram column blends diverse items from local events to national issues. It cites Trent Loos on resource use, North Dakota wheat leadership, SPLC hate group counts, FBI crime stats, upcoming theater and cruise-night fundraisers, climate radio programs, and remarks by Michael Chertoff with library talks noted at Eisenhower Library in Abilene.
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