Precaution urged over foot and mouth and mad cow risks
The editorial warns that foot and mouth disease and mad cow disease could reach the United States. It supports country of origin labeling, stronger meat import inspections, and the Consumer Right to Know Act of 2001. It notes Vermont sheep destroyed for possible mad cow exposure and calls for tighter safeguards.
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Jeanny Sharp
Voters urged to reject Franklin County administrator plan
Les Reinier argues against a county administrator for Franklin County citing workload of commissioners, current pay, and expenses. He contends the county of about 25 000 residents with 40 employees does not need an administrator and favors using funds for road rock instead. He urges voters to vote No on the issue.
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Les Reinier
Jackie Stiles
Southwest
Missouri State
Washington
George W. Bush
Renewal and local politics fill a Kansas spring column
Dr. Bud Gollier reflects on seasonal renewal and public policy in Ottawa. He urges action on education funding, water supply, waste disposal, and a proposed wastewater plant financing plan. He endorses a yes vote for a sales tax levy and monthly sewer increases to fund the project.
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Bud Gollier
Bush tax cut seen as insufficient to aid the poor
Edwin A. Locke argues the Bush tax cut would mildly ease a deep injustice by reducing taxes on the wealthy while opponents push for wealth redistribution. He contrasts altruism with Americanism, urging a policy that preserves individual rights and property, and supports broader tax reform toward personal sovereignty.
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