College presidents push dialogue on 21 drinking age debate
The article notes college and university leaders call for federal highway law changes to lower the 21 age for alcohol. MADD questions enforcement on campuses, while presidents warn about binge drinking and fairness for young adults who vote or serve in the armed forces. Rhodes College's William Troutt calls for straightforward dialogue.
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Mayor Nagin recalls Gustav as storm with softened punch
New Orleans Mayor Ray Nagin jokes Gustav failed to deliver the expected blow while referring to it as the mother-in-law of storms. Palin and Todd Palin announce Bristol Palin's decision to have a baby, expressing pride in becoming grandparents.
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Telegram invites signed letters to the editor
The Telegram welcomes letters to the editor signed with writer’s address and phone number. All letters must be confirmed before publication and are subject to editing for libel and length. Letters should be 500 words or less, with thank you notes general. form letters poems consumer complaints or business testimonials will not be printed. Contact options include email fax and phone plus online submission or mail to Attn Editor Garden City Kansas.
First Amendment text excerpt and core rights
The First Amendment limits government action on religion and expression. It protects establishing religion, free exercise, freedom of speech and press, assembly, and petition for redress of grievances, shaping civil liberties in U S law.
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Woodlands track closes as slots set for debate
The Woodlands dog track in Kansas faces closure as state lawmakers weigh expanding gambling and slots at pari mutuel tracks. Competing casinos in Wyandotte County and tribal venues drew away business, prompting co owner Howard Grace to explore reopening with slots if a favorable contract with the Kansas Lottery can be reached.
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Obama speech fails to land at Denver convention
Washington Post columnist David Broder analyzes Barack Obama and the Denver convention, arguing the Denver speech lacked the memorable punch of his 2004 Boston keynote. Broder suggests Obama offered a standard Democratic platform and missed a chance to signal real systemic change, relying on familiar figures and a conventional tone.
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Charley Reese Says Farewell In Final Column Adieu
The veteran columnist Charley Reese retires after decades of weekly work. He reflects on newsroom changes, personal battles, and the role of a free press while thanking readers, editors, and King Features staff for a long run. He references friends, political figures, and a final appeal to think critically about society.
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