Governor Brownback’s State of the State Critics Call Sham
The piece criticizes Sam Brownback for avoiding key safety and revenue issues in his 2016 State of the State address. It notes ongoing state revenue shortfalls likely forcing at least 170 million dollars in budget cuts and accuses the governor of deflecting blame toward President Obama.
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Kansas Governor Brownback Speech Criticized as Deception
Editorial criticizes Governor Sam Brownback for a flawed address on refugees tax policy and Medicaid, noting inflated claims, misdirection on welfare, and silence on budget crises and court merit system. The piece accuses him of leadership failure and misrepresentation of state fiscal health.
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Block scheduling helps students explore electives in high school
Online comments drawn from GCTelegram readers respond to Garden City USD 457 Board of Education schedule change discussion. Skylar Swords backs resource distribution with two crews across the city, referencing a proposed east side fire station and EMS station in Finney County.
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Letters to the Editor Policy and Submission Details
The Telegram invites signed letters with writer address and phone for verification. Letters are edited for libel and length and must be 500 words or less. Thank you notes should be general. form letters poems or consumer testimonials will not be printed. Attn Editor 310 Seventh St Garden City KS 67846 email editor teleavar online www gctelegram com
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Punch in the gut for the US over Iran sailors
The piece argues the Iran deal and diplomacy with Tehran humiliate the United States. It says Obama’s State of the Union showed weakness, cites the sailors’ capture as a national humiliation, and contrasts Obama with critics like Trump and Sanders. It urges a tougher stance and implies public discontent.
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Transparency test in Topeka as legislators convene
The Kansas Legislature returns to Topeka amid calls for openness and accountability. The Kansas Press Association notes simple Open Meetings Act steps: notify the public, meet in public, discuss in public, vote in public. Observers should assess whether lawmakers present clear, substantiated arguments and seek expertise rather than spin.
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Doug Anstaett Leads Kansas Press Association as Executive Director
Doug Anstaett serves as executive director of the Kansas Press Association, guiding state journalism advocacy, professional support, and member services through leadership and organizational oversight.
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State of the union satire targets Obama style
A satirical piece riffs on Barack Obama’s last State of the Union, lampooning uplifting rhetoric while proposing quirky fixes. It blends pop culture references and tongue in cheek advice on weather forecasts, unicorn hype, immigration, parenting in restaurants, and Selfie Sticks with a wry political edge.
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