Money Can’t Buy Victory In 2nd District GOP Primary
The Topeka Capital Journal notes that Jim Ryan spent nearly $2 million in the 2nd District Republican primary while Lynn Jenkins spent under $1 million, yet Jenkins won with about 51 percent. The piece argues that capital alone didn’t decide the outcome, highlighting voter sentiment against Congress and the candidate’s character and message.
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Yang Wei Reflects on Chinese Gymnastics Olympic Pressure
Yang Wei, Beijing Olympic gold medalist in all around men's gymnastics, discusses the heavy expectations on China amid recent disasters and the nerves of competition. He says coping with nerves is part of the job and that he feels very excited about the Games.
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Telegram Letters to Editor Policy and Contact Info
The Telegram announces that letters to the editor must be signed with the writer’s address and phone number and will be confirmed before publication. Letters are subject to editing for libel and length and should be 500 words or less. Thank you notes and form letters are not printed and submissions may be sent by email or fax to Attn Editor at 310 N ie St Garden City KS 67846.
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First Amendment text adopted by Congress
The amendment states Congress shall make no law respecting establishment of religion or prohibiting free exercise. It also protects freedom of speech and the press and the right to assemble and petition the government for grievances.
Email satire on Putin Georgia clash and US leaders
A satirical pair of messages portrays President Bush and Barack Obama exchanging lighthearted yet pointed notes with Vladimir Putin about the Russia Georgia conflict. The pieces mock military posturing, urge restraint, and echo cultural personas while underscoring diplomatic tensions.
Revolutionary Times Call for a New Enlightenment
Philosopher Bill Vitek argues in a Clarkson University essay that modern civilization must undergo a peaceful revolution to curb fossil fuel use and carbon emissions. He urges tripartite changes: reduce carbon footprints by 80 percent by 2050, stabilize population by 2110, and redefine scientific method toward moral caution, switching to sustainable energy while decoupling happiness from consumption.
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Tragic toll of war must end obituary tribute
A Wichita Eagle Saturday obituary laments the Iraq war after the death of Specialist Ronald A. Schmidt at 18. The letter condemns the conflict, questions U.S. policy, and honors Schmidt and the 4,130 Americans who have died. It urges ending the occupation and accountability from leaders.
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Ronnie” Schmidt
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Duane West Civic Voice Returns as Telegram Columnist
Duane West, longtime Garden City resident and former mayor, contributes a new regular column to The Telegram. He brings local governance experience and community insight to each installment.
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