Editorial Prying spies and the secret recipe of privacy
Editorial argues private companies guard secret formulas like Coca Cola while government data collection through metadata infringes constitutional rights. It contrasts U S privacy protections with China’s rhetoric on data security and warns Patriot Act powers erode civil liberties. The piece urges respecting citizens and business privacy over state demands.
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Google
Yahoo
Facebook
U.S
National Security Administration
Obama
White House
Oklahoma City
China
United States
Accounting rule could shift school funding perspective
Kansas and local governments must record as a liability the state’s pension costs for school workers under a new GAAP rule. The move, while technical, could alter budget debates by revealing pension spending behind school district finances. Conservatives may use the figures to push for higher or more visible K-12 funding this year. Martin Hawver notes the potential political ripple.
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Governmental Accounting Standards Board
Kansas
Kansas Public Employees Retirement System
State
KPERS
Accounting Board
From Abuse to Independence A Survivor’s Courage
Evelyn recalls a marriage that began with love but turned abusive as Victor terrorized her for 23 years. Despite fear, stigma, and family judgment, she ultimately left, proving resilience with support from Willow Domestic Violence Center and New Choices programs in Franklin County.
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Victor
National Institute of Justice
Centers of Disease Control and Prevention
Willow Domestic Violence Center
Lawrence
Franklin County
Amber Kasselman
Willow
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