Topeka cronyism taints unclaimed property deal
Senate leader accuses State Treasurer Tim Shallenburger of using a 30000 upfront no bid contract with Murray Group to push the unclaimed property program as a political favor to a Brownback ally. Critics say staff should handle outreach. defenders call it an aggressive effort amid broader patronage concerns.
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Tim Shallenburger
Topeka
U.S
Sam Brownback
Shallenburger
Murray Group
Bob Murray
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Murray
State Treasurer’s Office
Hensley
Washington
Reader views on tribal sovereignty and entitlements
Roger Lawrence of Ottawa argues in defense of American Indian rights while criticizing entitlements and the BIA. He asserts tribes are sovereign nations with unique benefits, calls for ending special programs, and urges equal treatment and responsibility. He cites housing, licenses, healthcare, education, and voting issues as part of the debate.
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Iola Register
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Bureau of Indian Affairs
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Roger Lawrence
Ottawa
Kids and Hate: Parents Must Confront Prejudice Early
A Tribune essay notes SPLC lists twenty eight pages of hate groups with varied aims. It argues hatred seeds from omissions in parenting and urges blunt open discussion to prevent youth from joining such groups.
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Ashington
Southern Poverty Law Center
SPLC
Lift unilateral sanctions to boost farm exports plan
A senator argues for lifting U S unilateral sanctions on food and medicine to aid farmers. He cites USDA data showing low commodity prices, export declines, and a $11 billion drop since 1996, urging Congress to reform sanctions while protecting national security. He backs exempting food and medicine from trade controls and recalls sanctions on Libya Iran and Sudan.
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