Founding Fathers on free press and truth, Laura Ingraham
A quotation from Laura Ingraham asserts that the Founding Fathers believed a free press would lead the people to discern truth. The remark, from 2004, frames media independence as essential to republican self-government.
Ottawa Community Day opens with barbecues and scrimmages
Ottawa High School Boosters host a community kickoff featuring barbecued meals for $5, a moon walk, face painting, and games to support clubs. Scrimmages in football, soccer, and volleyball run through the evening, with late games from Ottawa University and Wellsville High offerings. The event showcases the new Steve Grogan Stadium as families connect with local athletes.
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Ottawa Herald Forum Promotes Free Speech and Rights
The editorial voice of the Ottawa Herald upholds individual rights and supports a free press. It aims to educate and persuade residents and institutions toward progressive action through thoughtful discussion.
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Readers' Forum Letters at The Ottawa Herald
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Tribes push back as Potawatomi buy land in Illinois
Tom Beaver argues tribal sovereignty over 128 acres near Shabbona, 60 miles west of Chicago, challenges county authority. He foresees education needs, economic benefits from a potential casino, and rising tensions as DeKalb County grapples with federal law and taxation questions.
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Kansas Supreme Court affirmes school finance bill fate
The Kansas Supreme Court upholds a three year, nearly one billion dollar funding plan aimed at aiding at risk students. Legislators debate future funding while some seek to redirect money or add new programs like all day kindergarten within the approved total. The decision ends one phase but politics promise future legal and budget challenges.
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Readers urged to send letters to The Ottawa Herald
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