Utility fee for Kansas K-12 funding sparks debate
Editorial letter discusses a proposed utility surcharge to raise 150 million dollars for public schools, contrasting it with income tax funding and criticizing regressive impacts on low and middle income earners. It notes political positions from Sen Barbara Bollier and references Gov Brownback's 2012 tax cuts and volatile state funds.
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Community comment on Kansas congress and zoo anniversary
Online reader voices react to a Kansas political story on Trump defenders and media critiques. Another reader praises the Lee Richardson Zoo turning 90, stressing community support and lasting memories as the institution heads toward future aims.
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Letters Policy Published by The Telegram
The Telegram invites signed letters with writer address and phone for verification. Letters are edited for libel and length and must stay under 500 words. Thank you notes should be general. form letters, poems, and business testimonials will not be printed. Attn Editor 310 N Seventh St Garden City KS 6784 editor telegram online www e telegram com
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Trump crisis deepens as aides urge restraint and resignation
A political análisis argues Trump harms his agenda with rash acts and tweets. It calls for an adult in the Oval Office, possibly Jared Kushner or Reince Priebus, to stand up and threaten resignation to end the chaos. It contrasts Trump with Pence and warns continued chaos risks impeachment and policy losses.
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Bipartisanship under fire in modern American politics
A Kansas article argues bipartisan cooperation has faded as both parties celebrate refusal to compromise. It cites Senator Richard Lugar's past bipartisanship on farm policy and nuclear nonproliferation, contrasted with 2012 challenges from Tea Party Republicans. The piece notes rankings of partisan members, polling on party identification, and urges middle-ground engagement for public interest.
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Immigration justice and a woman’s hard won asylum
Christine Flowers recounts a Salvadoran woman’s brutal past, including rape and attempted murder, and her three year asylum bid culminating in a compassionate immigration judge granting protection in Philadelphia. The piece argues against stereotyping immigrants and highlights human resilience and second chances.
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