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Newspaper
Garden City Telegram
Location
Garden City, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 15, 2011
Page
4
Editorial weighs converting KPERS to a 401(k) plan. It notes pensions already promised to vested workers, fears for current state employees, and suggests phased contributions with state matching up to 5 percent. It argues alignment with private-sector benefits could boost competitiveness while preserving guaranteed benefits for those already vested.
Online readers react to a meeting on the Ogallala Aquifer stating the aquifer water should not be exhausted by profiteers. A Kansas education funding plan outlined by Gov. Sam Brownback draws mixed comment from Julie Ford, Topeka superintendent, in the same edition.
The Telegram invites signed letters to the editor with address and phone number for confirmation. Letters may be edited for libel and length and must be 500 words or less. Thank you letters should be general. form letters, poems, and business testimonials will not be printed. Write to Attn Editor 310 N Seventh St Garden City Kansas 67846 or visit www gctelegram com.
Robert Koehler argues Iraq War creates an Iraq Syndrome akin to Vietnam, citing vast trillions spent, 5000 US deaths, 32000 wounded, depleted uranium fallout, and a wary public. He notes profiteers remain and calls for antiwar awareness to curb future conflicts.
A reader writes to commissioners criticizing monetary policy and calling to End the Fed while another note praises Chris Parker for coordinating donations to a family in need in Dighton. The letter argues for free market solutions and warns of a coming collapse, contrasting civic action with market-led development.
Homeowners observe utility workers replacing gas and electric meters while prices rise. Public property assessments and taxes add to financial strain, prompting vocal frustration from residents. Karen Livingston signs off.
A new Kansas family faces hardship after moving in December 1 as a friend and Facebook members rally. With three kids, one staying with a grandfather who sends the son for Christmas, the mother sells items online to raise travel funds for Denver pickups.
Rich Lowry weighs the evolving Gingrich persona from his 1992 Lincoln Douglas talk to today. He contrasts the New Newt's bold, volatile style with the Old Newt's controversies, book deal, and readiness to clash with Obama. The piece argues Gingrich remains unpredictable yet persuasive to conservatives.
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