Pledge debate in Chicago council stalls progress toward justice
Patrick Murphy argues questions about reciting the Pledge of Allegiance miss the point of progress. He notes the pledge remains a long-standing, not easily dismissed symbol and urges focusing on concrete steps to end prejudice. The Chicago council voted to continue saying the pledge with abstentions, while First Amendment concerns are cited.
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Election Clerks Prep Ballots Amid Presidential Surge
Finney County and neighboring counties prepare for a major election with registration up and voter turnout rising. Clerks Carol Brown Jana Swank Pam Faurot and Henry Atkins oversee candidate lists ballot printing and advance voting while addressing delays and legal tender issues.
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Finney County
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Jana Swank
Kearny County
Secretary of State
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Pam Faurot
Scott County
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Henry Atkins
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Lockwood Co. Inc
Atchison
el Quarterelo
Reform Party
Supreme Court
Pat Buchanan
County Commission
USD 457
Holcomb
Cimarron
Kalvesta
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