Kansas opens probable cause affidavits improving transparency
The Telegram notes Kansas has opened court records for probable cause affidavits used in arrests and search warrants. The change, praised for balancing public access with due process, followed resistance from some judges and enhances oversight of police and government actions. Jeremy Pascascio case details are included to illustrate the impact. Loren Wiseman of Wichita is jailed on suspicion of first degree murder.
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Conservative Republican hypocrisy sparks online debate on funding rights
A GCTelegram.com online comment selected by editors criticizes Gov. Sam Brownback for using ACA funds to cover a budget gap linked to an income tax cut. Rep Russ Jennings counters that a school-finance bill aimed to boost funding instead enacted cuts after a court said schools were inadequately funded.
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Letters to the Editor Policy at The Telegram
The Telegram invites signed letters with a full name address and phone number. Letters are verified before publication and may be edited for libel and length. General thank you notes and nonpersonal form letters may be printed.
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Klayman’s courtroom tirade against Obama immigration orders
Lawyer Larry Klayman pressed his case in front of Judge Beryl Howell, arguing against President Obama’s immigration orders. Howell dismissed his theories as unfounded and noted his standing issues. Klayman praised the appearance as a win, while observers called the hearing a procedural setback for his broader agenda.
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Pragmatism in Cuba policy sparks mixed Cuban American reactions
Mary Sanchez writes that Cuban Americans feel pain over Obama’s diplomatic shift while acknowledging the need for a new strategy. The piece notes Sen. Marco Rubio’s harsh critique, calls for strategic engagement, and highlights the release of 53 political prisoners as part of a broader human rights approach.
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Medicaid funding flaw highlighted in Obama expansion debate
Phil Kerpen argues the Cornhusker Kickback exposed a faulty FMAP system that incentivizes expanding Medicaid to able bodied adults with 100 percent federal funding until 2016, then declining. He cites a 2012 Obama proposal for a uniform matching rate and notes 19 states yet to expand.
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