Open the Door to Honest Health Care Reform in Congress
Guest editorial condemns Republican and Democrat secrecy in shaping Obamacare alternatives. It urges open hearings, broad public access, and bipartisan sunlight on healthcare policy, arguing that exclusions undermine trust and future costs for children and families.
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Reader opinions published as guest editorials present a variety of perspectives. Views express personal stance and are not official positions of The Herald or its editor.
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The Ottawa Herald invites reader letters with author name address and phone number. Submissions should be emailed to letters ottawaherald.com or mailed to Reader Forum at 214 S. Hickory St. Ottawa KS 66067. Letters must stay under 400 words and may be edited for space.
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Call for Term Limits and new campaign finance rules
A reader urges wake up calls on debt and governance. They blame both parties for rising deficits and call for a Term Limit Amendment attached to every bill and new campaign finance legislation to ensure more Americans can serve and fresh views in Congress.
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Reader Forum Calls for Cyber Security and No on Senate Health Bill
A reader argues the Georgia 6th District race spent 53 million and urges stronger cyber security. They blame cyber threats from Russia and China, urge action to protect the grid, and request contacting Senators Pat Roberts and Jerry Moran to vote no on the new Senate healthcare bill.
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Behind Closed Doors Health Bill Criticized for Age Discrimination
The draft Senate health bill faces swift votes and wide opposition. It would allow insurers to charge those aged 50 to 64 up to five times what younger people pay, reduce tax credits for affordable options, cut Medicaid funding for millions, weaken Medicare benefits, and raise the possibility of voucher systems while allowing discrimination against pre existing illnesses. Voters are urged to contact senators to oppose the bill.
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Kansas lawmakers contact details and offices listed
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Brownback’s leadership blamed after Kansas tax plan fallout
Rod Haxton criticizes Governor Sam Brownback’s five year record of ideological tax cuts. He accuses Brownback of avoiding responsibility, vetoing policy to protect his politics, and failing Kansas finances while lawmakers and supporters defend his approach.
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