Tragic Kansas City tragedy prompts DV awareness call
The Kansas City Chiefs linebacker Jovan Belcher killed Kasandra Perkins and then himself amid reports of marital stress over money. The piece urges reporting abuse and seeking help through Family Crisis Services and mental health lifelines, noting high domestic violence and death by own action rates and the need for public awareness and support programs.
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Habitat for Humanity home recipients hailed by readers
Online comments from GCTelegram.com praise Veronica and family as deserving recipients of the Habitat for Humanity home. The response celebrates the story’s coverage and notes the anniversary year marked by 85 years, described as a finale aligned with a community rebranding. Kathy Sexson comments on the zoo logo and her connection to today's edition.
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Letters Policy for The Telegram
The Telegram invites signed letters with writer address and phone, claims all letters will be confirmed before publication, and may be edited for libel and length. Submissions must be 500 words or less, and general thank you notes are preferred. Form letters, poems, consumer complaints or business testimonials will not be printed.
Washington's stale mates in tax routs
Washington faces stalled tax debates as lawmakers struggle with revenue gaps and partisan deadlock. Analysts warn delays may slow funding for services while interest groups press for faster action.
My Dad and I Hunt Christmas Trees Together
The author recalls yearly Christmas tree shopping with his father after Thanksgiving. The dad negotiates fiercely at multiple local clubs to secure a quality Douglas Fir, teaching lessons about money, perseverance, and family values while highlighting his dedication to his children. The piece ends with a wish for every child to have a father like his. Tom Purcell, Pittsburgh Tribune-Review humor columnist.
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War on Drugs fails. voters push reform in US states
The article argues four decades of prohibition cost billions and failed to curb use or violence. Colorado and Washington voters legalize regulated marijuana sales, with calls for broader reform, decriminalization in Latin America, and shift toward health based policy over tougher laws. Austin Robles reports from Colombia via Witness for Peace distributed by OtherWords.org.
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Dark shadow over Egypt mirrors Islamist draft threat
Cal Thomas warns the draft Egyptian constitution risks enshrining strict Islamic law, curbing rights and preserving military tribunals. He cites AP and Reuters on rights violations, Egypt and Mali extremism, and the danger to Western freedoms if Islamists gain power. He urges vigilance against labeling critics as Islamophobes.
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