Bush opposes Michigan affirmative action stance in debate
The piece discusses President Bush's criticism of the University of Michigan's admissions practices as de facto quotas. It contrasts Bakke with current aims to diversify, notes the tension between race based adjustments and equality, and cites a study on bias in hiring. It argues interim steps may help offset injustice but do not solve root causes.
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Kansan seeks bill to require ovarian cancer symptom education
A Kansas advocacy group led by Carol and Lowell Tawney with Rep Bill Feuerborn urges a California like law to inform women about ovarian cancer symptoms and tests during checkups. The letter cites misdiagnosis delays, statistics, and calls for doctor education through new legislation.
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Colorblindness vs racism in Martin Luther King Day view
Edwin A. Locke argues that true justice requires judging individuals by character not color. He condemns affirmative action as racism, urges colorblindness and individual merit focusing on ability, effort, and integrity across business, education, law enforcement, and politics.
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Ottawa bond vote urged for USD 290 January 21
Former Ottawa educator John H. Bushman urges residents to vote yes on the USD 290 school bond in Ottawa. He argues the plan could cost 58 million including interest, notes possible state funding, and stresses affordable taxes and quality facilities for students.
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Ottawa USD 290 Bond Referendum Support
A local advocate in Leawood argues the January 21 bond referendum for Ottawa USD 290 is vital for the community. The speaker cites education funding, scholarships, family growth, and rising property values as benefits of higher tax support and praises Blue Valley’s educational reputation.
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