Post Katrina blame spans local to White House
Across New Orleans and beyond, officials faced criticism for evacuation delays and slow federal aid. President Bush acknowledged responsibility, urging a bipartisan, independent panel to probe the disaster response and prevent future failures.
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North Korea vow to drop weapons raises arms treaty hopes
Wu Dawei cites a significant result since six party talks began over two years ago as North Korea pledges to abandon its nuclear program and rejoin global arms treaties. Tribute to Carson highlights enduring star power at the Emmy Awards. Radio’s local tether is urged amid disaster as trained staff gaps leave communities exposed.
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Telegram invites signed letters to editor policy
The Telegram outlines submission rules for letters to the editor including signature, writer address, and phone number, with confirmation before publication. Letters must be 500 words or less, may be edited for libel and length, and certain types like form letters poems or testimonials will not be printed.
First Amendment text summary as a constitutional landmark
The First Amendment limits government power over religion and speech. It protects establishment and free exercise of religion, freedom of the press, and the rights to assemble and petition. These core prohibitions anchor civil liberties and civic engagement.
Education audit flags efficient districts in Kansas
In Topeka and across Kansas, Standard & Poor's identifies a Sweet 16 of districts using resources well to drive student achievement while arguing more money does not guarantee higher results. The audit spotlights administration spend and calls for broader cost studies, with 2006 reviews looming as lawmakers seek justification for funding.
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ABC Plans Spanish Dubbing for Prime Time Shows
ABC will offer dubbed versions of Desperate Housewives Lost and more with Hispanic stars while other programs are subtitled. The move aims at attracting new Hispanic viewers, with subtitles or SAP options available, and draws mixed reactions from readers about English learning and assimilation.
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Garden City cultural notes and theater plans
A long feature outlines Stew Boones new book autographs in Garden City and previews a fall children's theater show at Garden City Community College. It highlights Mansini's Semester of the Child and details ticketing, venues, and school show options. The piece also touches on Essie Mae Washington-Williams memoir Dear Senator and a spelling and usage guide from World Almanac editors.
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