Tax hike debated for Kansas cigarette sales
The Topeka Capital-Journal argues for modifying Gov. Kathleen Sebelius's plan to raise cigarette taxes to curb smoking and expand health care access for over 800,000 uninsured Kansans. It notes Kansas would have the highest tax in the region after a $1.29 pack price, compares Missouri and Colorado, and weighs health and cost considerations for Kansans.
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Kathleen Sebelius
Kansas
Colorado
Missouri
Editorial Note on Guest Opinions in The Herald
Guest editorials present reader perspectives and do not necessarily reflect The Herald or its editor. Opinions voiced vary by contributor and highlight community discourse through opinion pieces authored for publication.
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The
Herald
O.M.A
Political official contact listings for Kansas lawmakers
A list of U S Senators and Representatives with Washington D C addresses phone numbers and Kansas state officials including Gov Kathleen Sebelius and State Senators Derek Schmidt Robert Tyson and Derek Schmidt plus State Representatives Holland Feuerborn Humerickhouse and Dreher with office locations in Topeka Kansas and related online links
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George Bush
White House
Washington
D.C
Whitehouse
U.S
Pat Roberts
Hart Senate
Washington, D.C
Senate
Roberts
U.S. Sen
Crownback
Jim Ryun
Rayburn House
Jim
É State
Robert Tyson
State Capitol
Topeka
Tyson
State
Derek Schmidt
Schmidt
Tom Holland
Holland
House
Bill Feuerborm
Feuerborn
Joe Humerickhouse
W. State Capitol
Humerickhouse
House State
Stanley Dreher
S. State Capitol
Dreher
First Amendment text in Constitution for free speech and religion
The First Amendment prohibits Congress from establishing religion or prohibiting free exercise, and protects freedom of speech press assembly and the right to petition the government for grievances. The clause enshrines core civil liberties and limits on governmental power.
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Congress
Ottawa Herald letter defends local youth amid criticism
Gary Sillett laments a juvenile attack on Ottawa residents and honors local youth Megan Lowry Makayla Milbern and Nick Gloshen. He argues Lawrence High students VanderVelde and Griffith miss the town’s culture and urges community pride and civic values.
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Megan Lowry
Makayla Milbern
Nick Gloshen
America
Ottawa University mascot stance prompts tribal reflection
Clio Caleb Church of Pomona responds to a front page story about Ottawa University using the Braves as a school mascot. He says the Braves remind people of Native Americans including the Ottawa and Munsee tribes, of which he is a member. He expresses pride in Pomona Indians and notes the tribes were among the first in America.
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Ottawa
VanderVelde
Griffith
Ottawa University
Braves
Ottawa Tribe
America
Pomona
To fly or not to fly on Veterans Day
Opinion argues flags and voting do not equal patriotism. The author decries judgmental views and suggests a national day off for veterans, urging focus on meaning over displays.
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