Medicaid push raises questions in Kansas editorial
The Kansas editorial critiques Gov. Sam Brownback and Lt. Gov. Jeff Colyer for moving ahead with a Medicaid plan slated for Jan 1, 2013, affecting about 380000 vulnerable Kansans. It notes stakeholder concerns, potential impacts on developmental disabilities, and questions about bid participation including BCBS Kansas opting out.
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Jeff Colyer
Colyer
Blue Cross
Blue Shield of
Kansas
Journal-World
Well Commons
Shawn Sullivan
BCBS
Blue Shield
Brownback
GOP Clash Over Iraq War and Defense Budgets
George Will assesses how Republicans face shifting Iraq outcomes and defense needs. He notes Obama withdrawal sparked sectarian tension, Romney’s call for stronger defense and tougher stance on Iran, and the debate over budget cuts, troop levels, and nation-building in a prolonged war era.
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Panetta
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Guantanamo
George Will
Washington Post Writers Group
Recycling plea calls for mandatory citywide program
Elizabeth Kurata from Lawrence argues for mandatory citywide recycling, criticizing current 34 percent rate and comparing local efforts to Brazil’s systems. She urges residents to pay and participate, backing a stronger task force to improve waste diversion and protect the planet for future generations.
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Lawrence
Brazil
Elizabeth Kurata
Public faith vs private faith in sports and society
Miami Herald columnist Leonard Pitts Jr examines public displays of faith in sports figures like Tim Tebow and the broader culture. He argues faith used for political gain or fashion harms genuine obligation to the vulnerable, contrasting externalized faith with inward struggle and accountability. He notes a book giveaway in a recent column.
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Miamiherald.com
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The
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