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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 23, 2003
Page
2
A local columnist denounces apathy after USD 290 bond failed by two to one. Only 32 percent of voters cast ballots though 2,400 students rely on schools. without 831 yes votes, state funds of 12 million may be lost. The author assigns blame to nonvoters and urges civic responsibility.
The 30th anniversary of Roe v Wade spurs renewed debate on abortion rights as conservatives push to limit access and reshaping of legal standards. Kansas groups rally in Topeka backing choice while lawmakers propose bills on contraception coverage. Activists urge protecting women's autonomy against government interference.
Readers are invited to vote and share comments at ottawaherald.com or mail responses to The Ottawa Herald 104 S Cedar by Friday. Results will be published in the Weekender edition.
A reader from Ottawa thanks the USD 290 school board for its quick action to save the Early Intervention Program. The writer notes a child has benefited for over a year and urges continued support, praising the board for giving hope to parents of disabled children in need of extra help.
Sean Carter argues that President Bush repeated provocative acts by nominating Charles Pickering and filing an amicus brief against Michigan's affirmative action. The piece contends these moves alienate African Americans, recalling Trent Lott's controversial remarks and urging restraint in leadership choices.
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