Candidate Forum Aims to Inform Voters Before Aug 5 Primary
In Garden City a candidate forum hosts Rep. Russ Jennings and Stan Rice alongside Rep. John Doll and Finney County Commission hopefuls David Crase Lon Pishny and Charles Sinclair. The event runs 6 to 7 30 p m and precedes advance voting starting July 16. Citizens should study issues to decide which candidates best serve southwest Kansas.
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Garden City
Finney County Commission
David Crase
Lon Pishny
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Yard sign controversy sparks accusation linked to Nazi practice
Editorials on GCTelegram.com cite yard signs targeting families on free or reduced price lunch as akin to Nazi Germany. A reader comments on donations and a Plymell fundraiser for tragedy victims features eight year old Emma Lightner praising extra contributions.
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Letters Policy for The Telegram Readers
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Dr. Oz’s Plausible Deniability Under Fire In Congress
The piece critiques Dr. Mehmet Oz for promoting weight loss supplements on The Dr. Oz Show and using plausible deniability to dodge claims. It cites a congressional hearing led by Sen. Claire McCaskill, FTC actions, and Oz’s defense that he was endorsing products he believed in while acknowledging he acted as a show cheerleader. It frames his credibility as damaged by marketing claims and public criticism.
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Kansas AG Urges Vigilance Against Elder Financial Abuse
Kansas Attorney General Derek Schmidt warns of elder financial exploitation and explains a new law on mistreatment of an elder person that took effect July 1. He outlines steps for seniors to protect finances, including careful selection of power of attorney or trustee, seeking attorney guidance, and using independent reviews to ensure accountability. Call 866 551 6328 to report suspected abuse.
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Attorney General’s Office
Kansas
Davis Navigates Tax Trap in Kansas Governor Race
Lawrence lawmaker Paul Davis faces a political trap as he negotiates taxes in the Kansas governor contest. He campaigns against Gov. Brownback’s tax cuts while avoiding a direct tax increase stance, proposing a commission to study tax code accountability and job growth after the election.
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Sam Brownback
Kansas
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