Kansas governor under fire over budget and job data
A Kansas public discourse centers on Gov. Sam Brownback amid a funding crisis for schools and state finances. May employment figures show mixed signals with critics arguing reduced welfare and job growth, while supporters cite lower unemployment rates. Reactions on social media reflect frustration with policy and budget gaps.
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Comment challenges veteran health care funding in Kansas
Online reader argues illegals drain funds from homeless veterans but notes they receive different money and that programs have had more funding recently. He cites Kansas Legislature's 2005 session and says the public supports not amending the Constitution as Senate Minority Leader Anthony Hensley discusses school funding disputes.
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Telegram calls for signed letters to the editor
The Telegram invites readers to submit letters to the editor signed with a return address and phone number. All letters will be confirmed before publication and subject to editing for libel and length. Thank you letters should be general and no more than 500 words. Form letters poems or testimonials will not be printed.
No-fly-no-buy bill blocked by House panel
The House Appropriations Committee defeated the no fly no buy proposal 29 to 17 amid Orlando attacks and prior votes. Republicans opposed restricting gun purchases for terrorism suspects, arguing Second Amendment rights. Democrats pressed for tighter background checks and watch-list blocks. The debate highlights political gridlock as campaigns loom.
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Trump’s pivot to evangelical support and Lewandowski exit
Kathleen Parker analyzes Donald Trump’s firing of campaign manager Corey Lewandowski as a move to appease evangelical Christians while Trump shifts persona. The piece compares Lewandowski to a bodyguard figure and imagines a reformed Trump courting faith leaders amid slim campaign funds and ongoing political risk.
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After Orlando Massacre, Senate Rejects Gun Control Bills
The U.S. Senate blocked four gun control measures amid partisan divides after the Orlando massacre. Democrats and Republicans failed to bridge gaps on terror watchlists and background checks, signaling no major action this year. Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump weigh in as the nation braces for future violence.
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John L. Micek serves as opinion editor and political columnist for PennLive The Patriot News in Harrisburg Pennsylvania. He publishes political commentary and columns and is reachable via email at jmicek pennlive.com. Distributed by Cagle Cartoons Inc.
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