Chomsky on U S limits on freedom of thought
The quotation notes Noam Chomsky in 1986 describing the United States as unusual in both the breadth and effectiveness of methods used to restrain freedom of thought, highlighting concerns over political control and intellectual constraint.
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Scams Exploit Internet Lights and Loose Controls
A critique of worldwide scam emails that promise riches via international beneficiaries. It notes recurring formats where authors pose as dignitaries or widows from Africa or Asia Minor, seeking wire transfers to recover funds. The piece questions who keeps falling for such ploys and predicts tighter Internet controls in the future.
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Kansas lawmakers repeal clunker act to curb tax snafu
Kansas legislators move quickly to repeal the clunker act after concerns that private sales of used cars taxed at fair market value inflated buyers’ costs and trapped sellers with junk vehicles. The Senate voted 40 to 0 to repeal, with House leaders predicting a similar outcome.
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Editorial Snippet From Guest Editorents Voices
A brief note states guest editorials appear to provide reader opinion variety and that views do not necessarily reflect The Herald or its editor. The disclaimer underscores opinion content may diverge from the paper’s official stance.
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Inauguration gravy train hints and pay-for-plays
The writer mocks high spending on the inauguration amid Iraq war strains and links politics to money. He jokes about joining the line for corporate favors, cites Armstrong Williams’s payments, and outlines a satirical consulting fee schedule for columns and speeches. Donald Kaul signs off.
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Growth and infrastructure drive Franklin County’s economy
A county commentary by Larry Felix argues growth hinges on attracting new industry, developing infrastructure, and planning with a shared community vision. It emphasizes tax funding, ecological considerations, and local collaboration through the OFCED to promote a healthy, prosperous economy in Franklin County.
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