Census sampling powers in dispute over population totals
The Census Bureau faces a clash after Commerce Secretary Evans stripped authority to decide on statistical sampling to adjust national totals. Democrats push for sampling to fix undercounts, while Republicans oppose, citing the Constitution. Undercounts skew federal funds and representation. officials warn 2.7 to 4 million Americans may be affected.
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Williamsburg Kans resident seeks city council post amid water, tax concerns
A Williamsburg resident announces a bid for city council after alleging a missing 2300 and nine months without sewer. He notes disconnections in 1999, water hooked Oct 31 1999, no water since Feb 20 2001, and claims water age and calcium testing at Forbes Field. He questions school and recreation center plans and calls for inspectors plus seeks city questions.
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City Council Vision Project Sparks Voter Curiosity
Voters question why the council delays the Vision project for a year while drafting a 10 year plan. They praise Ms Fleer and Mr Finch for pressuring further explanation of the reconsidered vote and seek citizen input on the initiative.
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Vision Project
Kerr Glasscock clash over school funding in Kansas
Kansas legislators debate three proposed sales tax raises to fund education. Senate President Kerr favors slow review of a .2 percent three year plan while House Speaker Glasscock pushes reallocating existing funds toward B-3 early education. Railsters expect any tax hike to come via sales tax. intangible and income tax hikes unlikely. Martin Hawver notes urge patience and watches for a shifting consensus.
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Capitol Report
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When Humans Outperform Machines in Customer Help
A venting essay laments endless phone menus and robotic responses. The author invites businesses to hire real people in front offices to answer calls and genuinely say how can I help you.
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