Whittaker opts to seek re election in kansas house race
Kansas politicians reacting to Rep. Bob Whittaker announcing Friday he will seek re election instead of running for governor. Whittaker cited desire to finish raising his children and serve in Congress. Several lawmakers praised the move as stabilizing for the party while others, including Attorney General Stephan, voiced surprise. The gubernatorial field remains fluid with several candidates considering bids and others delaying decisions.
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Gun Safety Lesson Turns To Tragedy in Pacifica
In Pacifica California a man attempting to prove firearms are safe accidentally killed his 15 year old step daughter then shot himself after his wife refused to kill him The incident followed a New Year s Day demonstration with a 9mm pistol in the family living room Virginia Ann Shadwick and Laila Uthman were present when the gun fired a fatal head shot Police Lt Ed Burton said the man Gordon Shadwick 46 dry fired the weapon to show it was unloaded before a final pull discharged the fatal round Mrs Shadwick fled to neighbors seeking help
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Malpractice Caps Debated By Kansas Medical Society Lobbyist
Jerry Slaughter, lobbyist for the Kansas Medical Society, argues caps on malpractice awards would stabilize premiums and prevent driving doctors from practice. He notes Nebraska, Louisiana and Indiana have adopted 1 million caps and cites 15 million settlements fueling more lawsuits. He says the system rewards contingent fee lawyers and seeks a common sense limit to protect victims without bankrupting the profession.
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Angell Reflects On Federal Reserve Policy Shift
Angell lauds the October 6 1979 monetarist turn by the Federal Reserve led by Paul Volcker, crediting it with tempering inflation. He notes Reagan appointees and sees no evidence of power plays while signaling he will push his positions firmly in board discussions.
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