First Amendment Protects Speech Against Government Suppression
Justice Brennan states that government interest in suppressing speech does not grow with popular opposition. He emphasizes that such reasoning is foreign to the First Amendment, underscoring broad protections for expression regardless of public dissent.
Slimy calls and poll tactics spark do not call debate
The piece criticizes do not call laws for excluding political calls and notes lawmakers exempt themselves. It argues automated political calls disturb evenings, urges voters to pressure candidates by flooding offices with calls, and questions who truly directs campaign outreach.
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Congress
Salina
Randy Picking
Kina Radio
Kansans Seek Officeholder Contacts in State Roll Call
A listing of top Kansas politicians and their office addresses spans U S Senator Pat Roberts Sam Brownback along with Representative Jim Ryan Governor Kathleen Sebelius and several state senators and representatives including Pat Apple Derek Schmidt Tom Holland Bill Feuerborn Joe Humerickhouse and Bill Otto with district rooms and contact numbers.
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White House
Washington
D.C
Whitehouse
U.S
Pat Roberts
Hart Senate
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Roberts
Sam Brownback
State Capitol
Topeka
Ksgovernor.org
Pat Apple
Apple
Senate State
Derek Schmidt
Schmidt
Tom Holland
Holland
House
State
Bill Feuerborm
Feuerborn
Joe Humerickhouse
Humerick-House
Bill Otto
Otto
Secrets to raising successful kids in Wellsville schools
Denise O Dea superintendent Wellsville schools outlines five guidelines for parental involvement empathy teamwork and love of learning. She notes that hands on parents and regular teacher contact boost student achievement and co curricular activity links honor roll with activity and a positive attitude. The message aims at a successful 2006 07 school year.
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William Sears
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Public smoking fallout and a cancer survivor's view
A cancer survivor rebuts Dave Hartmann on smoking in restaurants recounting two battles with cancer, chemotherapy, and radiation. He recalls a downtown benefit where Hartmann and his wife smoked nearby, argues secondhand smoke harmed him, and accuses Hartmann of dismissing cancer risks while condemning tobacco use.
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Topeka
Mr. Hartmann
Franklin County Cancer Foundation
Hartmanns
La-La Land
Readers' Forum Letter on Public Smoking Policy
A letter argues for a public smoking policy, claiming non smokers face drifted smoke in venues. The writer challenges personal responsibility claims, questions the efficacy of non smoking sections, and urges city or county action for smoke free public spaces. The piece references Mr Hartmann and his wife and ends with a plea for healthier years.
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Hartmann smoking sparks private to public clash
Letter writer condemns Dave Hartmann for defending smoking stating his habit affects others especially grandchildren. The writer vows to take action to address what they see as a public health issue and interference.
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