Open Constitution Shields Government From Attacks
Lee Levine, a First Amendment attorney, said in 2002 that the strength of government lies in open institutions and their resilience against attacks. He warned that only threats to these core values could undermine the system.
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Sebelius to cut state vehicle fleet amid savings push
Gov Kathleen Sebelius announced auctioning 739 under used state cars and halting new purchases for two years for non law enforcement agencies as part of a plan she says could save about 8.6 million. Senate leader questions the amount but supports cutting waste despite broader budget tensions.
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Political contacts for Kansas and national figures
A list of officials including US Senator Pat Roberts and Sam Brownback, US Representative Jim Ryun, Governor Kathleen Sebelius, State Senator Robert Tyson, and State Representatives Tom Holland Bill Feuerborn Joe Humerickhouse and Stanley Dreher. Provides office addresses in Topeka and Washington plus phone numbers and web links.
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First Amendment Text Cited in Constitutional History
The First Amendment states that Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion or prohibiting its free exercise. It also secures freedom of speech and of the press, and the right of the people to assemble peacefully and petition the government for redress of grievances.
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Reagan biopic blowback shows media bias myths
Donald Kaul argues against liberal media myths sparked by CBS shelving The Reagans and moving it to Showtime. He credits Right Wing Rant Radio protests while challenging Reagan’s legacy, noting debt growth and policy impacts, and contrasting media and political dynamics with contemporary figures.
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Thanksgiving in Ottawa Highlights Housing Struggle
A homeless speaker describes Ottawa as unfriendly during Thanksgiving week and details the struggle to find rental housing despite efforts by ECKAN Hope House and the Salvation Army. The person notes living in a friend's van and ongoing frustration with local housing availability.
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Homeless in Ottawa Describes Shelter Need and Waiting Lists
A resident explains disability income fails to cover rent and utilities, subsidies are hard to access due to income and lack of children, and waiting lists for subsidized housing are six to seven months. The speaker urges local action for homeless shelters or low cost rentals to keep Ottawa residents in their hometown.
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