Moran resigns from Eisenhower Memorial commission after 13 years
U S Sen Jerry Moran of Kansas steps down from the Eisenhower Memorial commission after more than a decade of effort. The piece argues his departure could spur a fresh path to completing the memorial near the National Mall, amid debates over design and taxpayer funding. It notes Moran’s ties to Kansas and the family’s opposition to the tapestry element, with calls for renewed momentum.
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Moran
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Eisenhower Memorial Project Commission
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Eisenhower
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Garrette Silverman
Ike
Local dentist ends KanCare ties amid claims issues
Online comments react to a Kansas dentist cutting ties with KanCare citing claim problems. Readers urge government rule reevaluation and broader data review. The piece references a Kansas transportation secretary Mike King comment on Southwest highway planning.
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Mike King
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Letter submission policy from The Telegram
The Telegram invites signed letters to the editor with writer address and phone, notes all letters will be confirmed before publication and may be edited for libel and length, and sets a 500 word limit for general thank you letters. Form letters poems complaints or testimonials will not be printed.
Precious commodity of teachers amid political zero-sum debates
John Dailey argues against privatization and Lib ertarian influence on Kansas schools. He defends teachers as a precious, hard won resource, notes career path abuses, tenure protections, and warns against arsonist governance. He cites Sam Brownback and Kochs, urges keeping strong mentors in classrooms.
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The Little Train That Couldn't? Congress and Infrastructure
The piece argues Congress should repair and invest in infrastructure including roads bridges rail airports schools and parks. It cites GOP obstruction and quotes Bob Corker and Gail Collins while noting presidents past funded infrastructure and urging action now. It frames Congress as able but unwilling to act.
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New York Times
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Gillibrand book on equality draws critique over focus on clothes
Kirsten Gillibrand's Off the Sidelines receives mixed reception as critics say the tome intended to empower women instead fixates on outfits and appearances. The review notes her House floor parenting moment and her quoting of male colleagues, arguing these choices weaken the message of advancement.
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