Quote of the Day by Walter Lippmann, 1920
A quotation from journalist Walter Lippmann in 1920 likens the newspaper to the bible of democracy, the book from which a people determines its conduct and the only book many read daily.
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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 08, 2004
Page
2
A quotation from journalist Walter Lippmann in 1920 likens the newspaper to the bible of democracy, the book from which a people determines its conduct and the only book many read daily.
The Brown v. Board of Education National Historical Site marks its 50th anniversary with a grand opening on May 17. The 1954 Supreme Court ruling ended separate but equal education, triggering a decades long fight for civil rights. A white supremacist demo near the old school was planned two days earlier, highlighting ongoing equality struggles.
Guest editorials publish varied views for readers and note that opinions may not reflect The Herald or its editor.
A compiled roster lists contacts for national and state officials in Kansas including the White House Senate offices and the state capitol. It provides addresses phone numbers and official web pages for George Bush Pat Roberts Sam Brownback Jim Ryun Kathleen Sebelius Robert Tyson Derek Schmidt Tom Holland Bill Feuerborn Joe Humerickhouse Stanley Dreher and related state offices.
David Chartrand reflects on his mother’s voice and elbows that teased yet guided him. He recalls her faith, grief, and stubborn warmth, her love etched in photo albums and family stories, shaping his life as a writer and person.
In discussions on human distinctiveness, researchers note the jaw and brain size link, symbol use, and complex sharing of ideas. Experts like Krishtalka, Warren, Sprague, Bailey, Frayer, and Martin explore information management, rituals, and self-doubt as key human traits, while acknowledging violence and ecological impact.
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