Where would Republicans cut spending in the next Congress
The piece argues GOP should start with non controversial spending and prove reforms before tackling bigger programs. It cites Rep. John Mica and a minority staff report proposing savings from better management of federal assets, Amtrak, FAA, and private sector roles. It urges public referenda on wastage and invites private proposals, plus health initiatives to curb costs.
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Obama’s excuses gloss a broken Washington debate
A New York Times interview and Rich Lowry critique dissect Obama era politics. The piece argues Washington’s dysfunction stems from partisan culture, with Obama defending policy push while critics say spending and tax initiatives fueled public backlash. It notes his marketing misfires and self-justifying rhetoric amid sweeping reforms.
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McKinney Seeks Reelect as Kansas State Treasurer
Dennis McKinney, former House Minority Leader and Democrat from Greensburg, seeks another term as Kansas state treasurer against Republican Ron Estes. He cut his own salary during the downturn, funded cost-saving measures, and helped expand access to the housing loan program while promoting financial education and the state savings plan.
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No Sweating Law Debate Sparks Campus Health Firestorm
Anonymous online comments respond to Garden City Community College tobacco free campus proposal and to a county planning panel’s zoning plan. A Golf Acres resident voices concern about enforcement, truck parking, and residential impact.
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Step back from election hype and read candidate plans
The piece urges voters to ignore fear driven by media noise and focus on concrete candidate proposals. It advises visiting official candidate websites, checking for specific, actionable plans on health care jobs infrastructure and budgeting, and prioritizing decisions based on local impact before voting. It closes with a note to contact Martha Carr at Martha caglecartoons.com and mentions distribution by Cagle Cartoons Inc.
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