Editorials split on Kansas late term abortion bill
Kansas newspapers react to Gov. Bill Graves signing the late term abortion bill. Emporia Gazette criticizes vague language and political posturing, Lyons Daily News calls it a deft election move by Graves, and Hays Daily News notes the bill effectively restricts abortions while warning against removing exceptions and stressing physician patient autonomy.
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Kansas
Bill Graves
The
Emporia Gazette
Graves
Lyons Daily News
Kansas Republican Party
Wall Street Journal
Editorial Variety From Guest Writers
Guest editorials present diverse opinions and express views not necessarily endorsed by The Herald. Readers encounter a range of perspectives credited to contributing writers and guest editors.
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Herald
Spring cleaning and the spray cleaner guy
A regional columnist recalls grandmothers spring cleaning with neighbors and laments modern spray cleaner pitches. The piece contrasts past communal rug beating and window shines with today's persistent SCG visits and pressure to buy.
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SCG
Nancy
Jan
Vickie Hull
Lawrence
Faked Fights on Jerry Springer Show Spark Public Outrage
Commentary notes widespread claims that Springer show brawls are staged to boost ratings, citing Extra and Rolling Stone reports. It details producer encouragement of violence, Springer’s denial, internal probes, and measures to reduce fighting while warning about televised miseducation for youth.
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Jerry
Oprah Winfrey
Oprah
Nielsen Media Research
H.L. Mencken
New York City
Springer Show
Dateline
NBC
Rolling Stone
Erik Hedegaard
Melinda Chait
Springer
Hedegaard
Keith
Arkansas
Brenda
Bryan
Tabitha
Chait
Studios USA
Tragedy in the Middle East echoes anniversary lament
The piece marks the sixth anniversary of the Palestinian catastrophe, alleging Zionist expulsion of 720000 Palestinians and ongoing denial of return and compensation. It denounces Western and Israeli support, cites historic propaganda, and predicts prolonged conflict with no peace or justice for Palestinians.
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Palestine
World Jewish Congress
Europe
Israel
John Chapple
Nathan Chofshi
the Spectator
Soviet Union
United States
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Associated Press
Vickie
Hull
Jerry Springer
Clarence
Tribune Media Services
Doonesbury
Alia Mater
Hialden
Mallard Fillmore
Nour
Middle East
Charley Reese
King Features Syndicate
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