Quote of the Day on the First Amendment by Jack Valenti
The remark celebrates the First Amendment as simple concise and clear freedom. Valenti describes it as freedom's music marching in serried ranks, underscoring the power of concise constitutional language in guiding artistic expression.
Kansas House fights Supreme Court with a costly education fight
The Emporia Gazette criticizes Kansas lawmakers for pushing a constitutional amendment to curb the state Supreme Court while seeking an extra 143 million for schools. It assigns blame to House Speaker Doug Mays and notes broad fault across Democrats, conservatives, and the court, arguing the effort harms children and faith in government.
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Guest editorials expose reader opinion range in Herald
Editorial page notes guest contributions reflect diverse views not necessarily endorsed by The Herald or its editor. Readers are reminded that opinions printed here may diverge from the newspaper’s official stance.
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Indian education for all in Montana and lessons for Kansas
Tom Beaver discusses Montana's 2005 funding to implement an Indian education for all mandate and contrasts Kansas where funding lags. He highlights constitutional aims, Supreme Court involvement, and Oklahoma's Native Education Network as models, urging Kansas to adopt broader educational standards and foster partnerships with tribal governments for economic and cultural benefits.
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Kansas lawmakers tangled in a mockery of school funding feud
Bud Gollier of Ottawa criticizes Kansas lawmakers for a partisan volley over school financing and a proposed August constitutional amendment to curb the Supreme Court. He argues the move would hostage Kansans and degrade constitutional balance, urging accountability beyond elections.
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