PAY-Go row tests Kansas House fiscal restraint
Editorial argues Republicans were right to oppose suspending PAY-Go as Kansas faces a near one billion dollar budget gap in 18 months. It notes the rule limits amendments, cites Rep. Don Hineman and Rep. Henry Helgerson, and hopes for open debate and bipartisan compromise without eroding fiscal discipline.
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House of Representatives
House
Don Hineman
R-Dighton
Appropriations Committee
Henry Helgerson
Wichita
Helgerson
Hineman
Godspeed Mr President column critique
The author recalls writing the first column about Barack Obama as a poke to Democrats praising a rising senator. He questions whether supporters should celebrate before he achieves deeds and wonders if they should delay hailing his name with a Hallelujah.
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Farewell to a First Black President by Leonard Pitts
Leonard Pitts Jr reflects on Barack Obama leaving office, praising his dignity and impact while noting racial tensions, political battles, and the enduring significance of his historic presidency. He contrasts criticism from both sides with a personal, respectful farewell. Pitts cites Obama’s moderating approach and calls for continued progress.
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Louis Farrakhan
Nat Turner
America
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Leonard Pitts
Miami Herald
The Slants Name Case Reflects Free Speech Clash
George Will discusses the US Patent and Trademarks Office disparagement clause, its use to block The Slants trademark, and the broader issue of how government speech regulation chills expressive rights. The piece cites Taft era building lore, legal scholars, and examples like Redskins and Mormon Whiskey to argue for speech protection.
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Supreme Court
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Atlanta
Eugene Volokh
UCLA
Slants
N.W.A
Washington Redskins
George Will
Washington Post Writers Group
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