Kansas considers guardian consent for life support in wake of Schiavo case
Our View notes the emotional E T controversy over Terri Schiavo prompts Kansas lawmakers to consider requiring district court approval for removing feeding tubes or other life sustaining care by guardians. Supporters say more protection is needed for those lacking advance directives. opponents argue current law already favors ongoing care. The House passed the measure but the Senate Committee action likely ends the bill this year.
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First Lady Laura Bush visits Afghanistan on education progress
Laura Bush notes that many families in small towns resist girls' schooling while praising nationwide progress. Dr Jeff Guy from Vanderbilt's burn center highlights dangers of methamphetamine production with seven of twenty patients injured in fires at clandestine labs.
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Endorsement Letters Deadline for April 5 Vote
The deadline for endorsement letters for the April 5 general election is noon Thursday. Letters must be signed and include a phone number for verification purposes.
Telegram asks readers to sign letters with contact details
The Telegram invites signed letters to the editor with writer address and phone number. All letters will be confirmed prior to publication and edited for libel and length. Keep letters under 500 words. Thank you notes should be general. Form letters, poems, or testimonials not printed. Fax 620 275 2704 Attn Editor or mail 310 N Seventh St Garden City KS 67846.
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Oeste Cotta Cores Freedom Clause Preamble Reminder
The excerpt repeats elements of the First Amendment detailing no law respecting religion, free exercise, or abridgment of speech and press. It also covers peaceful assembly and petition for redress of grievances to the government. The language emphasizes core civil liberties and limits on governmental power.
Lessons From the Terri Schiavo Case Media Storm
Cal Thomas argues the Terri Schiavo case exposes deep divides over pro life versus pro choice and church versus state. He criticizes calls to defy court orders, urges obedience to authorities, and warns courts are in need of reform while urging a return to grace over politics.
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Vote Yes for Horse Thief Reservoir Project in Kansas
Gerald Schlereth of Jetmore urges southwestern Kansas to support the Horse Thief Reservoir plan on April 5. He cites sediment storage for flood control, downstream water cleanliness, and year round recreation including fishing and wildlife, predicting broad economic and quality-of-life benefits for the region.
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Traditional Marriage: A Call to Vote No in Kansas
Letter writer MICHAEL PILCHER argues for a yes to traditional marriage as he condemns vandalism of signs. The piece cites state law on same sex marriage and warns that a yes could threaten nontraditional partner benefits. CAROL CRAPPER urges Kansans to vote no to bigotry and protect civil rights.
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Sprint
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Harris News Service
Carol Crapper
Lawrence
The Week magazine covers Kansas notes on optimism and crime
The March 11 issue of The Week highlights Kansas mentions from Topeka and Wichita, including Attorney General Phill Kline seeking late-term abortion files and BTK murders. It also features editorials on optimism, demographic notes on California college-age growth, border deaths, and a Garden City Community College theater tour to New York featuring Bus Stop by William Inge.
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McClelland
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Garden City Community College
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Big Apple
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Garden City
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