Debate on Kansas death penalty continues despite slim chance
A 1994 Kansas law reinstating capital punishment remains hotly debated as legislators consider expanding capital crimes. Gov Graves stays neutral while critics argue the system is not a deterrent and harms moral conscience. A bill introduced Friday keeps the discussion alive to address the issue openly.
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Kansas
Joan Finney
Graves
John D. Montgomery
Public access to driver records sparks safety debate in Kansas
A Kansas House subcommittee weighs Driver Privacy Protection Act exceptions as editors argue public access safeguards safety. The piece notes concerns that sealing records could hide DUI and reckless driving histories from Riley County and other drivers, while defending driving as a privilege and the public’s right to know.
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Kansas
Manhattan Mercury
Kansas House
Road scholars visit GW Carver site in Diamond Missouri
The author recalls learning from George Washington Carver and plans a family trip to the George Washington Carver National Monument just south of Joplin Missouri. The piece highlights Carver as a guide and role model, noting his legacy of creativity, frugality, and service.
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Spee
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Reader Forum on Balanced Budget Amendment Debate
The piece criticizes the proposed balanced budget amendment, arguing it misleads about debt and budget balance. It highlights flaws in forecast accuracy, escape hatches, and the effect on war funding, urging scrutiny of Congress and praising the American Constitutional Research Service for presenting historical checks on spending.
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America
National Taxpayers Union
American Legislative Exchange Council
Congress
Social Security Trust Fund
Office of Management and Budget
OMB
Executive Branch
Congressional Budget Office
CBO
Clinton
Sen. Hatch
United States
U.S
American Constitutional Research Service
California
Delaware
Washington, D.C
Washington
John Kurowski
Kansas
Sam Brownback
Pat Roberts
Farewell Note From Midland Ottawa Office Director
The director announces leaving after 4 1/2 years serving five Kansas counties and the Midland Ottawa office. They reflect on social work with Southview and Midland Hospice, speak of lessons on dying and living, gratitude to volunteers, and thanks to civic groups, alliances, and community networks for caring and collaboration.
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Linn
Anderson
Franklin
Osage
Southview Hospice
Midland Hospice
Stanley
Kansas
Midland Ottawa
Midland
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