House ethics drive undercuts reform in health care debate
The Vindicator editors condemn House ethics committee for failing to censure lawmakers tied to no bid contracts and Caribbean conference sponsorships. They urge Democrats to unite, push comprehensive health care reform, and pursue budget reconciliation to pass a bill with a public option.
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A historical column quotes the First Amendment language asserting that Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion or abridging the freedom of speech or of the press. The piece discusses citizen rights to peaceably assemble and petition.
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Theater and politics merge in health care reform debate
Kathleen Parker argues the summit exposed party contrasts and public mood. Republicans display unity with briefing books, Democrats rely on anecdotes. The discourse shifts to November politics, with tea party energy and rising independents reshaping expectations. The result is a crowded stage of reform and electoral risk.
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Kansas adopts statewide smoke free air law gains support
A majority in the Kansas House approved a smoke free air measure 68 to 54 strengthening protections from secondhand smoke in enclosed workplaces bars and public facilities. Communities may keep stricter local rules and adopt stronger standards in the future.
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Obama pushes straight party line vote on health care reform
President Obama calls on Congress to schedule an up or down vote on the Democrats health care reform bill using reconciliation a move critics call a loophole. Polls show broad public opposition while Obama previously campaigned for consensus and bipartisanship. Mike Reagan comments for The Reagan Nation.
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