Benghazi smoke screen critics face political winds
Will Durst argues the Benghazi controversy is a GOP shield for midterm aims, detailing partisan probes and media spin. He notes persistent questions about security, talking points, and who bears blame, while mocking the spectacle and predicting Clinton’s 2016 bid.
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Political office contact list from Kansas and federal officials
A compiled contact brief listing addresses and phone numbers for President Obama, U.S. Reps Lynn Jenkins Kevin Jones and Pat Roberts, Sen Jerry Moran, and Kansas state legislators Blaine Finch Kevin Jones Caryn Tyson with offices in Washington DC and Topeka plus official websites and email forms.
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Pat Roberts
Hart Senate
Washington
D.C
Roberts
Senate.gov
Blaine Finch
Kansas State Capitol
Topeka
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House
Kevin Jones
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Caryn Tyson
Caryn. Tyson
Senate
No coincidences drive community action after tragedy
The writer asserts that a recent four death event, including a toddler, reveals systemic failures from upbringing to schools. He asks whether schooling, mentorship, and community support could have prevented such acts, urging Ottawa Kansas readers to demand accountability and improve local conditions.
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the Herald
Ottawa
Kan
U.S.A
Reader Forum Letter Advocates Community Reform in Ottawa
The Ottawa Herald outlines Reader Forum letters and invites responses. A letter this month urges improvements in education counselor availability, affordable treatment and counseling, stronger law enforcement intervention with youth, convenient parenting classes, and steps to prevent disaster, aiming to make Ottawa a prouder hometown.
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Ottawa Herald
Herald
Ottawa
Ottawaherald.com
S. Cedar St
West Franklin Bond Debate Prompts Voter Caution
Retired teacher questions a 14 million bond proposal for West Franklin District citing potential 30 year tax increases, architectural costs, student declines since 2007, and no clear link to educational improvements. Residents urge defeat to prevent campus focus and larger community impact, calling for reforms to raise achievement and attract families.
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Kansas State Department of Education
Appanoose
Williamsburg
Kansas Legislature Debates Veto Session and Tax Plan
Caryn Tyson outlines veto session activity and notable bills HB 2162 and HB 2199. She notes changes to liquor sample rules, Historic Preservation limits, and tax plans with sales and income tax implications. Senate approval for HB 2199 was 39-0, while HB 2249 passed 29-10. Tyson stresses accuracy and shared assumptions amid budget talks.
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Senate
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Kansas Senate
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