Bush seeks debt plan as critique of Clinton rises
Editorial argues Bush’s acceptance speech mixed political messaging with proposed plans to curb the national debt. It questions how a checkbox on tax returns would reduce spending and whether deficit reduction would follow through, while noting broad rhetoric and comparisons to Truman.
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Bill Clinton
Penele
Truman
Clinton
George Bush
Harry Truman
Jim Hitch
Editorial takes on Kansas secession talks and Knight casino choice
The Hutchinson News notes waning western Kansas secession talk as counties shift to legislative work and court battles. The Salina Journal questions Gov Finney's casino stance and cabinet pick, suggesting political maneuvering around an Indian-run casino in Wichita and potential roadblocks.
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Hutchinson News
Kansas
Salina Journal
Knight
Joan Finney
Wichita
Bob Knight
Finney
Camera Night at Royals Stirs Fan Rush and Brett Moment
A Kansas City Royals game turns into camera night with fans allowed onto the field. Jim, a 10 year old, photographs players from near home plate while George Brett walks into the crowd. Brett later reaches Jim, creating a memorable, touchable moment.
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Royals
Jim
George Brett
Brett
Kansas City
Richard Nixon
Dwight D. Eisenhower
Abilene
Prayer and the politics of school prayer at the convention
A satirical dialogue critiques the push for voluntary student prayer in public schools. It follows a Republican Convention setting with a senior adviser’s remarks and a mock interview about divine guidance, prayer forms, and the practicalities of schooling, including lunches and divine attention. The piece lampoons diverse views on religion in public life.
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Charles Black
I.M. Kookie
Downtown stores shy on shopping carts and kid control
A downtown shop owner complains that small stores lack space for carts, guardians let children roam, damage is tolerated, and suggests neighbors swap child care days to get a break before noting they also lack shopping cans.
Friendly Kansas officer wins smiles at gas station
A Kansas Highway Patrol officer greeted by a mother and her daughter sparked a kind exchange. The girl, 24, received gifts later, including coloring books and story books, with a handwritten note. Neighbors discuss parking, blinkers, taxes, and local services in Ottawa.
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Kansas
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