Kansas considers texting while driving ban to save lives
Opinion argues lawmakers should adopt a text messaging ban for drivers to reduce crashes. It notes 1.6 million yearly cell phone related crashes nationally and cites opposition from House Transportation Chair Gary Hayzlett who fears overreach and enforcement burdens despite safety gains and potential federal funding.
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Telegram invites signed letters to editor with contact details
The Telegram accepts letters to the editor only if signed and including the writer’s address and phone number. All letters are confirmed before publication and may be edited for libel and length. Limit to 500 words and mail to Attn Editor 310 N Seventh St Garden City KS 67846 or email editor gctelegram com.
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Fundamental Rights of the First Amendment
The text restates the First Amendment’s protections against government establishment of religion and abridgment of free exercise, speech, and press. It also protects peaceful assembly and petition for redress of grievances.
Brown Campaign Signals GOP Realignment After Mass Senate Win
Kathleen Parker analyzes Scott Brown's Massachusetts victory over Martha Coakley as a referendum on health care and a turning point for the GOP. She notes Brown's grassroots appeal, online fundraising surge, and the Dems' missteps, framing the moment as a shift toward reform or die.
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Jesus Guns and the Trijicon Controversy
ABC News reported Glyn Bindon founder of Trijicon used Bible verse inscriptions on gun sights for high powered rifles used by US troops. The practice drew criticism for echoing faith in war and raised questions about proselytizing and national image amid Muslim concerns. Leonard Pitts argues true faith shows through actions, not coded inscriptions, urging reflection on the faith’s public witness.
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Stand up the counted the census and Kansas representation
Kansas faces four US House members while Texas has 32, with census counts shaping funding for schools and local services. Finney County, now majority minority, must boost participation amid immigrant concerns and anti government sentiment. Local officials plan meetings to correct misbeliefs and stress census confidentiality and representation. Editor contact: Dena Sattler.
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