Guest Editorial Links 1984 to Trump Era Doublespeak
A guest editorial contrasts Orwellian doublespeak with Trump era rhetoric. It notes Spicer and Conway claims as alternative facts, cites media pushback, and warns of a potential crisis of confidence while urging readers to seek factual reporting and recognize editorial views as not necessarily those of The Herald.
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Made in Asia KU shirts for Kansas fans raise guilt
Rudy Taylor notes that most clothing in the U.S. comes from low-wage Asian and other nations, including Bangladesh for KU shirts sold at Dollar General. He recalls family links to local sewing and shoe trades, laments global production costs, and reflects on consumer choices and national pride. The piece ends with a Bengali translation of Rock Chalk Jayhawk.
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Kansas voters urged to stay engaged on school finance reform
Dr. Mark Peterson urges Kansans to read the paper and newsletters, monitor the legislature, and demand objective action on school finance, taxation, and budgeting. He notes the need for solvent funding, warns against distraction, and highlights tax policy missteps and the upcoming budget as pivotal.
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