Debates ignite as Biden and Ryan clash on taxes and care
Biden pressed Romney's 47 percent remark and questioned tax pledges while citing Romney Ryan plans. Ryan attacked Obama care funding shifts and proposed elder care changes. The exchange highlighted sharp partisan contrasts on tax policy, Medicare, and the path to economic recovery.
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Breakfast gathering reveals African culture in Garden City
Muturi discusses Kenya language unity English Swahili and dialects and contrasts Kenyan American customs. He explains refugees birthdays on month start due to lost records from war and notes Kenyan elderly live with families. He mentions dead living influence and Oromo growth in Garden City while Cameroonian and other Africans seek work in plants.
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Drought Panel Reports Steady Conditions Across Plains States
The report notes drought remains extreme or exceptional across about four in ten of the state area with Nebraska largely in the worst categories. It cites USDA data showing 69 percent of the U.S. corn harvested by Monday, Illinois and Iowa near 80 percent, and Missouri nearing completion. Kansas winter wheat progress lags, with 65 percent planted and 25 percent emerged. Nebraska winter wheat germination at 12 days behind normal.
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Corn yields revised lower amid drought impact data
The crop outlook shows 28 percent harvest by region with average yield around 122 bushels per acre, the lowest since 1995 and far below last year’s 153. Iowa and Illinois face sharp declines, Nebraska and Indiana down, while Minnesota sees modest gains. National planted area about 97 million acres.
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Spending smarter, not louder, in Kansas schools
Focus on how education funds are used rather than the amount spent. Despite record 2012 funding, Kansas test results stay flat while districts claim thousands of students are left behind. Advocate shifting from lawsuits to outcomes, empowering parents and teachers with better learning opportunities.
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