Shallenburger Wins Republican Primary In Kansas Race
Anna Shallenburger's campaign to keep taxes low wins the GOP primary on a no new tax platform. Tim Shallenburger defeats three challengers as conservatives dominate, while Democrat Kathleen Sebelius advances. Analysts warn of a $900 million revenue shortfall next year and urge clear plans on state finances and program impacts.
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Tim Shallenburger
Shallenburger
Kathleen Sebelius
Phil Kline
Kansas
Bob Knight
Dave Kerr
Graves
Cheney Eyes Second Term Amid Health Assurance
Vice President Dick Cheney asserts his health is good despite past heart trouble and expresses interest in serving as President Bush's running mate for a second term. A Hebrew University researcher jokes about ancient narcotics trade. A Polish aide comments on Lech Walesa’s mustache.
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Dick Cheney
Cheney
Bush
Medellin
Hebrew University
Mark Spigelman
Walesa
Ewelina Wolanska
Lech Walesa
ADM bids for Minnesota Corn Processors in big ethanol play
The 400 million purchase would merge ADM with MCP, boosting ADM to dominate both ethanol and fructose markets. Analysts cite potential shifts in farmer-owned plants and marketing agreements, with MCP insiders set for sizeable payouts and investors weighing the deal amid rising capacity and demand projections.
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Archer Daniels Midland
Minnesota Corn Processors
MCP
Renewable Fuels Association
RFA
U.S
ADM
Industry Project
Cargill
Williams Energy
Co-Op
Coop
Securities and Exchange Commission
ADM Ap
SEC
We all were to blame on Sept 11 and beyond
Kathleen Parker argues that fault lies across the nation and administrations for the 2001 attacks. She notes the August 1998 bombings, Clinton and Bush era plans, and media distraction. She urges restraint, unity, and accountability, blaming politics rather than individuals.
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Bush
Crawford
Texas
Time Magazine
George W. Bush
Bill Clinton
Monica
United States
Osama bin Laden
Afghanistan
Khartoum
Sudan
bin Laden
U.S
Kenya
Tanzania
Clinton
Monica Lewinsky
al-Qaida
Washington
Clintons
Time
White House
al Gore
America
Saudi Arabia
This Date in History August 8 Highlights
Today's Highlight in History notes events on August 8 across years. Key moments include Nixon's Watergate re signing announcement in 1974, Napoleon's 1815 voyage to Saint Helena, Edison patenting the mimeograph in 1876, Nazi saboteurs' execution in 1942, Truman signing the UN Charter in 1945, the Soviet war declaration in 1945, and the 1953 US Korea mutual security pact initiation.
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Nixon
Napoleon Bonaparte
St. Helena
Thomas A. Edison
United States
Washington, D.C
Truman
Soviet Union
Japan
South Korea
Drought Disaster Payments Question Sparks Farm Aid Debate
The government considers disaster payments for farmers and ranchers hurt by this summer's drought while lawmakers weigh eligibility and funding. Public comment and voting opportunities are outlined, with emphasis on farm relief provisions and timelines.
Voters weigh in on education and state leadership
In Kansas voters sent mixed signals in the primary. Republican contenders for governor and for the State Board of Education drew divergent reviews as Iris Van Meter defeated the incumbent on the board over evolution standards. The piece argues education funding and curriculum are at stake, warning that budget cuts could hurt schools and teachers. The Chanute Tribune invites reader input.
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Ed- Bais
Area State Board of Education
Kansas
State Board of Education
Iris van Meter
State Board
van Meter
Afghan President Karzai plans Mine Ban Treaty accession
James M Nordlund reports Karzai announced Afghanistan will join the 1997 Mine Ban Treaty to end antipersonnel landmines. ICRC estimates about 200000 Afghans harmed by mines over two decades. demining and victim aid persist, with broader global ban as long-term solution.
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Hamid Karzai
International Committee of the Red Cross
Afghanistan
Russia
India
U.S
James M. Nordlund
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Worldnet
Farm & Food File
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Kparker
Kparker.com
Orlando Sentinel
Schrag
The
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Chanute.com
Duane Schrag
Darris News Service
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