Global warming debate amid bitter winter cold
The piece contrasts severe winter chills in the Midwest with warming trends scientists tie to greenhouse gases. It notes Siberian levels of cold in Minnesota, historical ice storms in Kansas, and asks whether milder winters would reduce threats while urging greener living as part of ongoing climate discussion.
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Frank pushes to release bailout funds before Obama inauguration
Rep. Barney Frank, chairman of the House Financial Services Committee, urges releasing the second half of the $700 billion bailout fund next month ahead of President-elect Barack Obama's inauguration.
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The Telegram invites signed letters to the editor with writer address and phone. All letters are confirmed before publication and may be edited for libel or length. Submissions should be 500 words or less, include contact details, and can be sent by email fax or phone to the listed numbers and address.
Paragraph on amendments and rights in the U S Constitution
A fragment citing the First Amendment guarantees freedom of religion speech press and assembly along with the right to petition government for grievances. It presents a generalized legal principle without specific events or names. The wording resembles an outline of protected liberties.
Kennedy Schlossberg for Senate merits debated in New York
Cal Thomas weighs Caroline Kennedy Schlossberg's fitness for the New York Senate seat, arguing her work ethic and private charity justify consideration despite questions of experience. The piece compares past political norms, notes potential timing constraints, and cites Halbfinger’s resume-like portrait while urging evaluation on issue positions.
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New York
Hillary Clinton
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Alaska
Robert Byrd
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Margaret Chase Smith
Mary Bono
Obama and Latin America Relations Hope and Hurdles
Mark Weisbrot argues the Obama administration must end Washingtons split stance toward leftist Latin American governments, restore respect and sovereignty, and pursue independent policies. He cites Bolivia Venezuela Brazil and Morales and calls for a shift away from Bush era double standards to renew trust and cooperation.
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Venezuela
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Paraguay
United States
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Richard Lugar
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Russia
Iran
Wind farms face transmission hurdles in southwest Kansas
Southwest Kansas holds top wind potential with strong regional benefits but is stalled by a congested transmission grid. ITC Great Plains proposes lines from Ford through Clark or Comanche to Medicine Lodge and Wichita, while Westar Energy seeks a plan delaying substations west of Medicine Lodge, risking development as farmers, counties, and schools await economical wind energy. Supporters urge rapid grid construction at wwwgreatplainsgrid.com.
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ITC Great Plains
Ford County
Clark
Comanche County
Medicine Lodge
Wichita
Westar Energy
Oklahoma
Missouri
Nebraska
Southwest Kansas
Community spirit shines as restaurant feeds soldiers
Dan and Donna Mastin of Hanna's Corner in Garden City opened a private dining area for a Fort Riley platoon on a pheasant hunting trip. After meals were served, the group leader offered to pay but Mastin refused. he later backed down only when warned 35 soldiers would march in to thank him, embodying holiday generosity.
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Hanna's Corner
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Garden City
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Mastin
Jim Arwine
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