Editorial: Reject Kobach immigration bills in Kansas
The editorial condemns Kansas bills HB 2274 and HB 2275 backed by Kris Kobach and sponsors Rep John Whitmer and Sen Caryn Tyson. It argues the measures to authorize patrol enforcement of federal immigration law and to ban sanctuary policies are unnecessary, costly, and distracting from tax policy debates. It urges legislators to reject both proposals.
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What do we tell our children in America now
Connie Schultz writes about addressing children's fears after Donald Trump’s election. She recalls a 10 year old asking if friends could be deported and emphasizes that America must show children there is no single kind of American. Photos from protests prove diversity and resilience.
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Today in History highlights from select dates
This note lists key historical events on February 8 across centuries. It recalls the 1942 start of the Singapore invasion, Mary Queen of Scots’ execution in 1587, the Boy Scouts of America incorporation in 1910, Griffith’s The Birth of a Nation premiere in 1915, and Harding’s White House radio installation in 1922.
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Repealing the Johnson Amendment and church politics
Cal Thomas argues at the National Prayer Breakfast that churches should avoid partisan endorsements while acknowledging historic church involvement in politics. He cites Lyndon Johnson’s 1954 amendment, current criticism from conservatives, and recent legal cases, urging pastors to stay focused on spiritual messages and leave political advocacy to voters.
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