Des Moines Democrats face ballot deadlock after candidate’s death
In Des Moines Georgina Alexander, a Black woman, seeks the Democratic primary path to the legislature after incumbent James Caffery dies post filing. With Caffery’s name still on the ballot and no replacement allowed, party leaders grapple with fielding a candidate. The episode sparks debate over race, gender, and electoral procedure as the party weighs keeping Caffery’s name versus replacing it.
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Obituary notes long educator Albert Bowling of Pierceville
Albert Bowling known as Pop or Prof. Bowling died this week, just over a month after turning 93. He taught for more than four decades, earning bachelor and master degrees, and influenced many in Kansas through his letters on education philosophy and lifelong learning.
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Welfare tale of a former congressman turned hopeful candidate
A social worker interviews Tompkins, a four term congressman, two term governor, and former presidential candidate, who now seeks welfare. He recounts burning through campaign funds in New Hampshire, Florida, and beyond, borrowing on life insurance, selling assets, and finally facing welfare as a possible outcome of his failed bids.
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Money Isn't Funny Says A Cynic On Wealth And Power
A wry monologue argues taxes and money drive behavior from Rome to modern America. It links Caesar and Judea to taxation, recalls John Hancock and colonial finance, and suggests money corrupts character while education remains a better safeguard than wealth. The piece ends with a light caveat about a vacationing pair forgetting to lock a safe.
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Ford Son Says Father May Back Pot Decriminalization
Jack Ford told NORML official in Chicago that his father would back decriminalization of marijuana once more states remove criminal penalties. The White House remains officially opposed but open to local action, while government studies show high costs of prosecuting pot users. Solar energy funding faces cuts, ERDA officials resist disclosure, and nuclear funding remains robust amid broader energy policy debates.
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Crossword by Eugene Across 51 Grandmother DOWN 1 Soccer star of Timothy
Complex word puzzle grid with clues and a cryptoquip theme from 1976 King Features Syndicate. The page lists across and down terms, partial solutions, and a cryptoquip clue where V equals P.
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