Kansas confronts hate protestors at soldier funeral
Garden City witnessed a Topeka group from Westboro Baptist Church protest Army Spc. Clint Upchurch’s funeral killed in Iraq. Kansas lawmakers push a 500 foot protest ban, aiming to defend grieving families and safeguard free speech amid ongoing legal challenges and funding for courtroom battles. Patriot Guard Riders counter protests offer a calmer, supportive response upholding both rights.
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History comes alive through student interviews at Ottawa schools
Marge Stevens praises a documentary style classroom project where Ottawa High School students interview WWII veterans and hear firsthand accounts. The activity, guided by Susan Geiss, covered heroism, rationing, and patriotism, deepening understanding beyond textbooks and inspiring future civic pride.
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Who deserves America Mexicans or Americans
Charley Reese argues for strict immigration limits and border sealing, proposing an English requirement, military service, and citizenship conditions for illegals, plus state and local enforcement and boycotts. He blames federal government and Mexico, warning Americans must defend their country or lose it.
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