Space policy call as Congress must back space exploration
A 1981 Kennedy era goal inspired a nation to reach the moon, but after the Columbia disaster the piece argues NASA faces funding cuts and aging equipment. It urges Congress to renew support, pursue a safer successor vehicle, and boost space funding while honoring the seven astronauts who died. Readers are invited to vote and comment for the Weekend edition.
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Ottawa Herald asks for comments on survey results
Readers are invited to vote and share comments online at ottawaherald.com or mail responses to The Ottawa Herald at 104 S. Cedar by Friday. Survey results will be published in the Weekender edition.
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Editorial urges Sebelius to overhaul Kansas K-12 funding
Guest editorial credits Gov Kathleen Sebelius for protecting K 12 funding in the proposed 2004 budget amid a potential 1 billion 18 month shortfall. It argues for a reform of the school finance formula to address inequities favoring small districts and calls for leadership to ensure both full and fair funding for Kansas schools.
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Lack of involvement matters in Ottawa school bond vote
Dr Bud Gollier argues apathetic voters, anger in letters, and the death of community leader Ransom Bennett highlight the need for parenting and local leadership. He notes bond failure risks lost state funds and higher interest, urging engagement from all residents for Ottawa schools.
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Voting and duty in USD 290 school bond decision
A letter argues voting is a civic duty and criticizes those who abstain or blindly follow. It cites USD 290 voter turnout, defends military service, and urges cost comparisons between three new schools versus one attendance center to reduce costs and possibly improve teacher salaries through savings on administrative staff and maintenance.
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Voter Concerns Over USD 290 Bond and School Plan Critique
A reader voices frustration with USD 290 and the school board over a bond issue. They cite lack of cost comparisons between options, suspicions about a special election, and doubt that the old middle school closure was genuine. The writer urges reevaluation before voting again.
It's a trust problem in voting and patriotism
The piece argues that avoiding elections is seen as unpatriotic and immoral, while voting expresses a preference the government is expected to follow. It questions why someone would vote if no candidate or issue is clearly better, suggesting a distrustful view of mandatory participation.
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Readers urged to sign letters with contact details
The Ottawa Herald invites hand signed letters with the author’s address and telephone number. Submissions should be sent to Read er Forum, The Ottawa Herald, 104 S. Cedar, Ottawa KS 66067 or emailed to letters ottawaherald com. Letters must not exceed 400 words and may be edited for space.
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