Federal judge rules intelligent design not science in public schools
A Pennsylvania federal judge ruled that intelligent design cannot be taught in public school science classes, calling it a religious view and not science. The decision challenges efforts by the Dover Area School Board and echoes concerns about curriculum changes in Kansas led by conservative board members.
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Community Dismay as Transit Strike Leaves NYC Commuters Stranded
NYC commuter Jose Cespedes walked 25 blocks home in 24 degree cold after transit workers’ strike. He voices disappointment that neither side heeded the community. Regulatory debate unfolds as political leaders clash over defense funding, hurricane aid, and Alaska drilling. Becky Berkley blogs about family violence ties to a shooting involving her stepmother and Navy Reservist father.
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Telegram clarifies letters to editor policy
The Telegram outlines rules for letters to the editor including signed submissions with writer address and phone number. Letters are confirmed prior to publication and may be edited for libel and length. General thank you notes, form letters, poems, and certain testimonials are not printed.
Establishment Clause and Free Exercise Clause Text
The quoted passage states Congress shall not establish a religion nor prohibit its free exercise. It protects freedom of speech and of the press and upholds the right of the people to assemble peacefully and to petition the Government for redress of grievances.
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Iraq turnout masks split over Patriot Act on terror
Cal Thomas argues that Iraq’s high voter turnout advances U S policy but Washington fault lines erode the fight against terrorism. He criticizes the Senate vote against extending the Patriot Act and defends NSA eavesdropping as vital to security, while warning civil liberties debates hinder victory over enemies. He cites McCain’s interrogation bill and cites Carter Brezhnev lessons to urge stronger monitoring and harsh interrogation to prevent further attacks.
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War on Christmas and the culture clash debate
Donald Kaul argues against conflating Christmas with a boycott by Christian groups and opposes Intelligent Design. He supports acknowledging a multicultural society with a generic holiday greeting while criticizing substitution of science with religious doctrine. He recalls his Christmas birthday and favors separating church and state while enjoying the holiday.
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Capote film may skip Garden City area showings
Garden City readers recall Truman Capote amid the Holcomb murders and In Cold Blood. The Dewey family notes Capote’s portrayal of real people, disputes factual accuracy, and doubts limited Kansas screenings will reach Garden City. They praise actor portrayal of Capote but fault several scene specifics and timing.
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