Kansas image and BOE clash over evolution teaching
John D. Montgomery writes from Ottawa about Kansas controversy after the State Board of Education voted to de-emphasize evolution in science curricula. He argues image overreaction, notes creationism discussions, urges reform of the board, and defends Kansans as reasonable people amid national criticism.
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Open mind urged on evolution debate in Kansas ruling
Letter argues macroevolution is unproven while microevolution is observable and insists science seeks facts. It cites Alabama Board of Education disclaimer and questions about the Cambrian Explosion and fossil records, urging readers to study hard and keep an open mind, signed Stephen V. Skea.
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Reader Forum submissions sought for Ottawa Herald letters
Readers are invited to submit hand signed letters to The Ottawa Herald at 104 Cedar, Ottawa KS 66067 or via letters ottawaherald.com. Submissions must include the author’s address and telephone number and be no longer than 500 words.
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Kansas leaders clash with evolution vote over reading crisis
Lawrence columnist David Awbrey argues Kansas education leaders ignore flashpoint evolution politics while NAEP and ACT scores reveal worsening reading skills. He says leaders prefer political debate to real reform, urging financing tied to performance and broad curriculum fixes.
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Done with the Did You Ever Question in the D Word Debate
The piece mocks political games over youthful drug use and questions the value of forcing candidates to admit past indiscretions. It argues voters should judge leaders by current actions and policies, not college era missteps, as Bush’s stance on cocaine rumors is scrutinized and a call to move on is made.
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