Quote of the Day on journalism and truth
Howard Kurtz of The Washington Post argues in 2004 that journalists, regardless of orientation, are the final check against political deception. He warns that failing to challenge distortions reduces reporters to stenographers for power.
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Franklin County United Way fund drive reaches 190000 pledge total
Volunteers and local businesses helped Franklin County United Way raise 190000 in pledges for 17 agencies. Top donors included Wal-Mart Distribution Center Wolf Creek Nuclear Power Plant Peoples Bank Ottawa University and the city of Ottawa. The campaign extended months to ensure continued support for childcare scouting illnesses and other services.
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The First Amendment Text Quoted in Full
The article presents the exact wording of the First Amendment listing five protections: religion free exercise speech press assembly and petition. It emphasizes its role in limiting government actions and safeguarding individual rights in a constitutional framework.
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Kansas should adopt a single legislative body for Kansas
Tom Beaver of the Muscogee (Creek) Nation argues for a constitutional convention to replace Kansas two houses with one legislature. He cites Nebraska as a model and proposes tribal style governance with two governing groups, arguing it would save money, reduce gridlock, and improve state services amid economic strain.
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Kline ethics fine prompts questions on ethics commission
Kansas Attorney General Phill Kline was fined 1500 for illegally soliciting lobbyist campaign contributions during a fundraising event. The piece questions the Ethics Commission's independence, noting appointive ties and vacant leadership, and warns about erosion of its authority if appointments lapse.
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Topeka
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