Tanker bidding battle pits Boeing Kansas jobs against rivals
The Kansas delegation presses to keep the Air Force tanker bid as is amid Northrop Grumman and EADS pressure for changes. They argue competitive bids matter but warn changes could delay production of a $35 billion contract, with Boeing’s Kansas facilities poised to gain work if favored. Northrop Grumman consortium signals possible withdrawal from the race.
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City eyes 1985 aims for sidewalk drive in grants plan
In a 1984 study session city commissioners sought help to adopt needy families for the holidays. They discussed spending 1985 Community Development block grants and set a direction ahead, hopeful that 1985 will be “the year of the sidewalk” with stronger early responses.
Obama Afghanistan surge speech lacks conviction
Charles Krauthammer critiques President Obama West Point address on Afghanistan. He argues the speech hedged, toggled between resolve and exit, pleasing both hawks and doves while leaving the war’s outcome unclear. Krauthammer praises Petraeus and McChrystal but says the fate of the war rests with the president.
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Congress Should Do Right on Health Care
In a Phoenix hotel, the author contrasts desert life with Midwest roots while urging U S health care reform. He argues for Medicare expansion and criticizes Republican opposition, noting the uninsured mortality toll and praising public workers over private labs. He cites Barack Obama and Garrison Keillor as context.
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