First Amendment limits seen in funeral protest debate
The Hays Daily News weighs the tension between free speech and respect for grieving families in response to Westboro Baptist Church protests at funerals. It notes federal and state restrictions on demonstrations near cemeteries and argues that absolutes must bend to time, place, and manner to protect true liberty.
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First Woman to Lead Anglican Province Named
Episcopal Bishop Katherine Jefferts Schori becomes the first woman to head a global Anglican province, a historic milestone noted amid reflections on gender roles. Senate Democrat Charles Schumer urged restoring New York anti-terror funds after an alleged al Qaida plot to release cyanide in the subway was disclosed, stressing New York as a prime target.
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Letters to the editor guidelines from The Telegram
The Telegram lists rules for submitting letters to the editor including signature, writer address and phone number, confirmation before publication, and editing for libel and length. Letters under 500 words are accepted, while thank you notes must be general. Form letters poems or testimonials will not be printed.
Freedom of religion and speech guaranteed text
The excerpt outlines core First Amendment protections including establishment clause free exercise freedom of speech and press and the rights to peaceably assemble and petition the government for redress of grievances.
Kline campaigns on crime tough stance in Kansas race
Kansas attorney general candidate Phill Kline pushes a tough on crime image with endorsements from 89 of 104 county sheriffs and a record of longer sentences for child predators. He defends capital punishment rulings while rival Paul Morrison casts him as a professional politician driven by ideology and publicity. Morrison portrays himself as the practical choice to continue strong crime fighting.
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Vern Miller
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World Cup fever and the American soccer scene
A columnist reflects on spreading futbol fever in the United States, contrasting immigrant and regular American fans and the growing media coverage. He notes World Cup momentum, rising ratings, and the need to engage non-immigrant Americans, hoping for broader adoption once NASCAR Dads join in. Roger Hernandez can be reached at rogereh optoniine.net.
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Kansas vineyards rise as Wellspring of the High Plains noted
A Kansas Magazine article cites the state surpassing 90 vineyards and 13 wineries, recalling the Prohibition era impact and the Second Annual Grape Stamp and Wine Judging at the State Fair. The note includes Linotype nostalgia and Erla Zwingle’s Wellspring reflections on the Ogallala Aquifer. Urban murder counts rise nationwide with a 4.8 percent uptick in 2005, and Kansas City, Missouri, shows a 42 percent surge from 89 to 126.
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