Kids Voting Kansas boosts youth turnout in presidential election
Young Kansans under 30 voted strongly in Tuesday's election while Kids Voting Kansas involved over 45,000 children casting ballots with adults. The program, affiliated with Kids Voting USA, aims to foster lifelong voters by classroom instruction and polling booth participation. Barack Obama and Joe Biden led the presidential preference among students, with Pat Roberts ahead in the Senate race. The effort links democracy education to broader civic engagement.
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Voters Pass Amendment Opposing Gay Marriage in California
gay rights lawyer Evan Wolfson condemns California voters for approving a constitutional amendment that bars gay marriage, arguing the move harms minority rights and is un-American. The ruling highlights a national debate on marriage equality and minority protections.
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Telegram letters to editor policy and contact details
The Telegram invites signed letters with writer address and phone number. All letters will be confirmed before publication and subject to editing for libel and length. Letters should be under 500 words, with thank you notes general. Form letters poems or business testimonials not printed. Email or fax or call Attn Editor ext 201 or mail 310 N Seventh St Garden City KS.
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First Amendment text excerpt from Constitution
The passage outlines five civil liberties: establishment prohibition free exercise free speech free press and the right to assemble and petition. It emphasizes limits on government regarding religion expression and assembly. The wording reflects core constitutional guarantees and civil rights principles.
Perspective on the 2008 election and American identity
A friend recalls trauma and Auschwitz to frame memory while Mary Ann Lindley highlights Dickens and guillotine history. The piece notes Blake's grandmother voting for Obama and reflects on American resilience, sacrifice, and the belief this is the most important election ever, with tone of a reflective editorial.
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Greenspan admits mistake on regulation amid financial crisis
Former Fed chair Alan Greenspan testifies before Congress admitting his early stance against regulation was mistaken. He says more oversight is needed though cautions against overreach. Waxman presses him as lawmakers re-evaluate his market faith amid the meltdown.
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Drug War Syndrome Critique of U S Drug Policy
Opinion piece argues the United States suffers from Drug War Syndrome, citing mass incarceration, wasted tax dollars, urban violence, and racial disparities. It criticizes prohibition, calls for regulation like alcohol, notes political dangers for Democrats, and highlights international contrasts including Iran and Europe. William A. Collins, former Norwalk official, is named.
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