Welfare rule traps student in anti poverty flaw
In Connecticut a welfare program glitch forces a family to repay thousands after daughter Sandra Rosado saved for college. Despite hopes of college funding, federal asset limits led to a $9,942 repayment and forced savings depletion, prompting waivers but highlighting flaws. The piece urges reform and perseverance.
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Picketing at Funerals Questionably Prohibited in Kansas
Kansas Attorney General Bob Stephan states a funeral picketing ban is constitutional as a limited restriction on speech. He notes the measure targets anti gay activists who protested an AIDS victim’s funeral in Topeka. The writer condemns such demonstrations as insensitive and seek public restraint.
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Bob Stephan
Topeka
Douglas County political split over district realignment impact
Douglas County party leaders disagree if liberal voters would topple U S Rep Jim Jeffries in November if the county shifts into the 2nd District. Jeffries faces Jim Slattery in the 2nd, while Lawrence High plans ceremonies at Allen Fieldhouse due to rain. State Rep David Miller announces reelection bid in the 43rd District. City hearings on fair housing and Broken Arrow Park plans proceed.
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Lawrence
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Bush’s indecisive leadership under scrutiny in election year
The piece argues President Bush shows paralysis on domestic and foreign policy, wavering after Los Angeles rioting, Iraq War, Yugoslavia, and Russia, while advisers clash over tactics. It questions why the White House cannot act, noting his fetal tissue proposal as part of a broader strategy to avoid upsetting voters.
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Willy Loman
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Murphy Brown
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Quayle and the rise of media politics in America
The columnist argues Dan Quayle embodies the shift to media driven politics, comparing him to Nixon and The Shadow. He criticizes Quayle’s sitcom critique as signaling a governing culture shaped by entertainment, not ideas, and notes the era’s racialized political tactics and the decline of traditional ideology.
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Shadow
Oraon Welles
U.S
Public forum letters on policing and school expansion
Two letters to the editor express views on law enforcement and education. Maynard W Shelly criticizes a trend toward softer policing and warns of rising crime, urging a strong, decisive force. Betty and Harold Piehler commend Broken Arrow Elementary and urge school board focus on immediate needs and facilities rather than a second high school.
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Maynard W. Shelly
Learnard
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Broken Arrow
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Harold Piehler
May 26 History Items End Johnson Impeachment Trial
On May 26 1648 the Senate impeachment trial of President Andrew Johnson ended in acquittal as the Senate missed the two thirds majority. Also on May 26 1621 the Edict of Worms banned Martin Luther for his beliefs and writings. Napoleon was crowned King of Italy in 1805. Arrangements for the Confederate surrender west of the Mississippi were made in New Orleans in 1865. World War II began the Dunkirk evacuation in 1940.
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