Kansas Presses NBAF Move Forward In Manhattan
Kansas officials led the push to locate the 1.1 billion National Bio and Agro Defense Facility at Kansas State University in Manhattan to replace Plum Island. Critics cite security concerns while supporters urge initial work and safety reviews to proceed, with ongoing federal scrutiny and required security planning.
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Garden City residents back proposed Center Street sidewalks
Online readers respond to a Garden City Telegram story about Center Street protests for a sidewalk project. A West Side resident cites walkers and cyclists as reasons to support sidewalks while Ken Jameson of Garden City Co-op notes harvest progress with a June wrap date.
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Letters Policy From The Telegram Readers Guide
The Telegram invites signed letters with address and phone for publication. Letters are confirmed before print and may be edited for libel or length. Thank you notes should be general in nature and form letters, poems, consumer emails, or business testimonials will not be printed. Send to Attn Editor 310 N Seventh St Garden City Kansas 67846 or visit www gctelegram com for online submission.
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Robin Hood tax to rebalance finance and real economy
Dr. William Barclay argues for a small financial transaction tax to curb short term speculation and fund investment in infrastructure. He cites international examples in the UK Hong Kong Switzerland and Europe and projects up to 300 billion annually. The piece asserts the tax would not hurt small investors and would help redirect finance toward productive ends.
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Banks and the Occupy era a wakeup call
A critique of the banking system and political response. The article argues banks push risky loans and profits over public good, cites North Dakota’s state bank model, calls for stronger consumer protection and Move Your Money efforts to shift funds from large banks to credit unions or small banks, and notes Occupy’s need to energize reform with renewed activism.
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Greece as weak domino in Eurozone crisis and austerity
A critical view of Greece’s role in the euro area crisis notes that its weak economy risks triggering domino effects across Europe. It cites welfare, tax, and pension issues, a large shadow economy, and alleged public sector excesses, amid austerity and political uncertainty.
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Michael Lewis
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Kaul’s Columns Connecticut to Michiganor Ann Arbor Life
Columnist Donald Kaul, known for satirical takes, writes from Ann Arbor Michigan offering sharp social and political commentary. The piece reflects his stance on daily life, media, and public discourse with a distinctive voice.
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