Greeley County approves government unification plan
Voters in Tribune and Greeley County decisively backed unification on Tuesday with 73 percent in favor and about 60 percent turnout. The plan creates a Unified Board of Supervisors elected in April 2008 with five members from Tribune, the county district, and at large, signaling a bold move to streamline services amid population decline.
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Bush says Musharraf cannot hold two top posts
President Bush comments on Pakistan leader Pervez Musharraf holding both president and military head roles. Televangelist Pat Robertson endorses Rudy Giuliani, praising his leadership and vision for Americans.
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Telegram letters to editor policy and contact details
The Telegram accepts signed letters to the editor with writer address and phone number. Letters are confirmed before publication and may be edited for libel and length. Keep to 500 words or less. general thank you letters are permitted. form letters poems consumer complaints or business testimonials will not be printed.
First Amendment text citation on rights and freedoms
A concise reference to the First Amendment of the U.S. Constitution outlining five protections: religion free exercise speech press assembly and petition. The passage emphasizes limits on congressional action regarding these civil liberties.
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Stop rewarding illegal immigrants with licenses and privileges
Column argues that granting driver licenses to illegal immigrants encourages lawbreaking. It urges disincentives, notes licenses act as ID and risk security, and criticizes euphemisms. It cites state examples, practical concerns, and calls for renewed emphasis on citizenship and reform. Kathleen Parker urges clearer stance and policy reform.
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Hidden prejudice affects Barack Obama and race debates
The writer argues white prejudice remains entrenched in America, noting fear of exposing racist views and the lack of genuine race discussion. Obama is praised as intelligent and capable but seen as too white for some blacks and too black for some whites, with a call to discuss these issues openly. The piece ends urging Chariey Reese to respond.
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Views on SCHIP policy praised by Kansas senators
Tom Bell of Topeka writes in support of SCHIP reauthorization praising bipartisan Congressional action. He notes misconceptions about coverage rules, emphasizes income limits and waivers, and asserts the bill strengthens private market delivery while expanding care for low income children. He commends Sen. Roberts and Rep. Moran for voting in favor.
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Demand Drives Global Warming and Western Kansas Casino Debate
A reader letter argues demand fuels climate change and pushes Kansas to pursue casino development for long term growth in western Kansas. The author condemns energy excess and gas supply projects while noting moral contradictions of supporting schools with casino revenue and criticizing Oklahoma gas plans. Garden City is referenced with a closing jab about a local casino ban.
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