Kansas House leadership questioned. Russ Jennings urged as speaker
Editorial argues for pragmatic, fiscally conservative leadership in Kansas. It credits Rep. Russ Jennings of Lakin with strong issue knowledge and constituent focus, advocating him as House speaker to replace ALEC-aligned leaders like Ray Merrick and Susan Wagle. The piece calls for moderate, collaborative leadership to steady budgets.
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Commentary Stirs Over Brownback Tax Cut Policy
Online reader comment selected by GCTelegram staff reacts to a Scott City crime trial story and Gov. Sam Brownback’s signature income tax cut. Linda Murphy of Wichita condemns the governor and Legislature, saying they aim to ruin the state.
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Letters to the Editor policy and contact details
The Telegram publishes signed letters and requires the writer's address and phone number. All letters are confirmed before publication and may be edited for libel and length. Thank-you letters, form letters, poems, complaints or business testimonials are printed at Attn Editor 316 N Seventh St Garden City KS 67846 Phone 620-276-6862 Ext 201.
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His Majesty and bigotry in university pronouns debate
An opposing Michigan student declares personal pronouns as His Majesty to mock campus policy. The piece argues for respecting chosen pronouns to create inclusive classrooms and reduce harm from insensitivity. It emphasizes gender diversity and the need for kindness in education.
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Anarchy and election rants touch on Trump and GOP
Telegram contributing columnist John Dailey reflects on political chaos and punditry, railing at Trump’s rise, GOP vacillation, and the misfires of Hillary Clinton and Bernie Sanders. He notes Ted Cruz endorsements and laments media punditry while recalling Colette and Stoss.
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Tough sell for unlikable hopefuls in weeks ahead
A political op-ed argues both major parties face a tough weeks long task to convince voters their nominee belongs in the White House while deriding both Trump and Clinton. It notes polls show unfavorable views rising for both candidates and media bias accusations.
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