Kansas budget raid on KEY fund targets children
The Kansas Legislature moves funds from the Kansas Endowment for Youth KEY to the Bioscience Authority and other lines, undermining early childhood programs. The editorial argues such raids harm Head Start Parents as Teachers and newborn health screening, warning of adverse economic growth effects and urging public comment.
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Quote sparks discussion on parental driving habits
Online readers respond to a Garden City story about Dighton High Principal Mark Penka using his cell phone while driving. Donna Gerstner of Safe Kids notes kids may skip helmets but stresses safety.
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Dighton High School
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Donna Gerstner
Safe Kids
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Letters Policy From Garden City Telegram
Letters to the editor must be signed with writer address and phone. All letters will be confirmed before publication and edited for libel and length. Please limit to 500 words or less and send to Attn Editor 310 N Seventh St Garden City KS 67846 or online at gctelegram com.
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Bundy standoff and far right roots tied to civil rights pull
The piece links the Cliven Bundy cattle dispute to a broader pattern of anti federal sentiment and bigotry. It cites armed standoffs, media figures’ reactions, and historical ties to Reconstruction era hostility to Washington. It notes Oklahoma City bombing and profiles Rachel Maddow’s historical context while urging scrutiny of extremist rhetoric.
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Rachel Maddow
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Terry Nichols
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Ruby Ridge
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McVeigh
Obama in Dead Point as Polls Show Slippage on Health Care
The Washington Post-ABC poll shows Obamacare backing slipping to 44 percent support and 49 percent opposition, with Wall Street Journal NBC News and Kaiser polls echoing weak public support. Obama’s job approval drops to 41 percent amid a sour public mood and energized Republicans. The piece argues the president remains weak abroad, faces tepid results from Asia trip, and risks a difficult November, edging toward lame-duck status unless surprises occur.
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Governor Brownback uses back door during Lawrence event
Burdett Loomis, KU political science professor, critiques Governor Sam Brownback and Kansas lawmakers for bypassing protesting teachers by entering through a back door at the Leadership Kansas event. The piece argues accountability, cites a flawed due process bill, and notes upcoming chances to hold officials accountable.
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