Public broadcasting funding faces rural impact in budget cuts
The Kansas City Star editorial argues that cutting Corporation for Public Broadcasting funds would barely affect the federal deficit yet devastate rural stations like High Plains Public Radio in Kansas. It warns that national shows could endure minor losses while local news and services for sparsely populated areas would suffer greatly.
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Quotes on budgeting and farming ethics prompt debate
A GCTelegram online comment warns that funds earmarked for building cannot be used for salaries and compares pay across leaders to Atha. A Pat Roberts statement urges doubling food production to feed a growing world, arguing against regulatory burdens on farmers and ranchers.
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Telegram letters policy notice from Garden City Telegram
The Telegram invites signed letters with address and phone, confirms before publication, edits for libel and length, and limits to 500 words. Thank you notes should be general. Form letters, poems, consumer complaints or business testimonials will not be printed. Write to Attn Editor 310 N Seventh St Garden City Kansas 67846 or email editor gctelegram online at www gctelegram com.
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Reaction to Lara Logan assault and online vitriol
The piece denounces cruel comments about journalist Lara Logan after a Cairo attack and urges empathy. It notes troubling online reactions, highlights rape statistics fromRAINN, and emphasizes Logan's humanity and the duty of reporters to cover dangerous events. It includes a public appeal for compassion and responsible discourse.
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Obama Inc rebrands presidency as corporate enterprise
Journalist Jim Hightower argues that after elections Barack Obama welcomed Wall Street figures and globalized firms into his inner circle turning his White House into Obama Inc. He criticizes Bill Daley and Jeffery Immelt for aligning with corporate interests over American workers.
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Views on Gabby Giffords JFK Marilyn Monroe and Marines
A reader voices mixed theories on medical tech, politics, and pop culture. He links Gabby Giffords to broader themes while a two- marine rape claim and economic policy critique frame the letter. The piece blends conspiracy tones with civic concerns and a call for local manufacturing funding reform.
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A President Looking Backward in Obama’s Era
Rich Lowry argues Obama’s agenda mainly upholds 20th century government despite rhetoric of reform. He claims Obama sides with public unions, resists entitlements reform, and preserves status quo while claiming progress. He contrasts Obama with Walker Christie and Ryan, urging fresh intent and bold change.
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