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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 28, 2005
Page
3
A Mark Twain remark from 1897 notes the paradox of denouncing reverence for outsiders while resenting others who desecrate what is sacred to us. It contrasts internal sacred lists with outward judgment and shows Twain’s wry social critique.
Kansas legislators criticized the Supreme Court for not detailing enough how to raise funds for schools. A series of stalled proposals followed, with funding nudged to 142 million in March and an additional 143 million demanded by the justices. A special session was called, but bills failed amid partisan friction and court-fire politics.
Lawmakers in Topeka pursue education finance amid a governor-called special session. Senate committees met in the Capitol to review SB 3 with $161 million bill size and $27 million property tax relief, while a gambling bill failed on the floor. A constitutional amendment was passed to clarify appropriation authority, not a major change. Pat Apple, Republican of Louisburg, serves Kansas Senate District 12.
A reflective piece on respecting others regardless of belief, noting that love and understanding reduce prejudice and hatred. It argues personal thinking shapes experience and responsibility for our responses, ending with an unfinished line about 9/11 terrorists.
A reader argues for tolerance and understanding across faiths in response to 9/11. The letter emphasizes Christian love as a guiding principle, equality in God's love, and teaching children respect for all beliefs and lifestyles. The writer, a retired teacher, cites personal experience and values to advocate harmony amid fear and ignorance.
The Ottawa Herald calls for Letters to the Readers' Forum under 400 words. Include name, address and daytime phone number. Letters may be edited for length and clarity. Readers will be limited to one letter per month. Form letters poems consumer complaints or business testimonials will not be printed.
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