Editorial on Kansas redistricting politics and gerrymander risk
The piece argues redistricting is inherently partisan, cites Speaker O Neal and Sen. Hensley, and notes how Census-based district tweaks could dilute minority influence. It urges removing map drawing from lawmakers to an independent commission, pointing to past failed attempts and a hoped 2021 momentum.
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Could this be the gravest New Hampshire primary ever
David M. Shribman analyzes how the 2012 Republican race shapes from Iowa straw poll tensions to New Hampshire dynamics. He notes Iowa’s focus on social and fiscal conservatism vs New Hampshire’s emphasis on governance competence and job creation, with Romney Bachmann and Huntsman as central figures. He warns independents may swing in unpredictable ways shaping the Granite State contest.
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Old Home Town Deaths vs Births in Douglas County July 1911
In July 1911 Douglas County recorded 32 deaths and 8 births per Dr S T Gillispie county health officer. Causes included dysentery cancer typhoid old age apoplexy stomach trouble heart prostration rheumatism paralysis gangrene accidental poison Brights disease spasms dropsy tuberculosis hemorrhage and one child birth. Compiled by Sarah St John Readmore.
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Tea party bullies draw editor’s sharp rebuke
The writer condemns the tea party patriots for bullying and gun imagery at rallies and for prolonging the debt ceiling crisis. It laments damage to the GOP’s reputation and calls for principled conservative leadership, asking where Bob Dole’s type of patriotism has gone.
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Public Forum Supports Expanding Dental Team in Kansas
Rich Minder of the Success By 6 Coalition argues Kansas must extend dental care reach beyond 140 Medicaid dentists. He notes 93 counties lack dentists and 13 have none, urging mid level providers to deliver routine care while freeing dentists for complex services. He cites global use and seeks a statewide expansion for children's access.
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Letter to editor laments youth focus in 4-H fair promotion
Dorothy M Martin of Baldwin City criticizes a Friday morning J-W photo promoting a 4-H and FFA fair. She recalls 4-H pledges and stresses leadership, responsibility, and character building for youth, warning about future SRS office strain without engagement.
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