Voters weigh USD 457 bond for new high school plan
In Garden City voters face a $97.5 million bond proposal to build a new 2,000 placing high school with expansion to 2,500, convert Garden City High School to a middle school and repurpose J.D. Adams Hall Abe Hubert and Garfield facilities. The plan aims to reduce class sizes improve safety and cut modular classrooms, amid economic worries. Local forums aim to inform residents before the November 4 vote.
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Schumer warns of downward spiral urging swift action
Senator Charles Schumer of New York warns that the economy is entering a downward spiral affecting finance and the broader economy, calling for rapid government measures to counter the trend.
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Missed KPERS meetings become campaign issue in KS race
AP recounts tension as Lynn Jenkins faces scrutiny over missing 12 of 46 KPERS meetings since 2003 while Nancy Boyda highlights the pension fund's approximate 1.1 billion decline. Republicans dismiss the concern though some fear voter impact in a tight second district contest.
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Palin debate exposes charm over questions in politics
Stanley Crouch argues Palin represents a salt of the earth archetype that appeals to working class voters while critics warn against elites. He cites the Katie Couric interviews and the film A Face in the Crowd to illustrate the dangers of charisma over substance in American democracy. Email contact for Stanley Crouch is provided.
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Contrasting Faces of Mexico
A stark contrast is drawn between Mexico’s beauty and culture and its violent crime wave. The piece cites kidnapping spikes, 3,200 killings this year, and government struggles under President Calderon, including an emergency summit and attacks on civilians, urging freedom from fear and safe streets.
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