Ruling Over Health Care Promise Draws Moral Battle
A federal appeals court held the government need not honor a World War II and Korean War era promise of free lifetime health care for 20 years of service, citing recruiters' lack of authority. Critics call it morally bankrupt and urge Congress or the Supreme Court to honor the pledge while noting America’s ongoing health care affordability crisis.
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Budget blame squabbles roil Kansas GOP in Topeka
The Newton Kansan notes Republicans blame the budget crisis on past GOP leadership while veterans seek accountability. It argues Sebelius and Democrats may benefit politically as the state faces drastic budget cuts and calls for shared sacrifice across schools social services and agencies. Nearby Arkansas City stresses hunting safety rules including gun handling field of fire and blaze orange requirements for deer hunters.
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Political contact list for Kansas and federal offices
A directory of figures including President George Bush and U S Senators Pat Roberts Sam Brownback and Rep Jim Ryun with listed Washington D C office addresses and phone numbers plus Kansas Governor Bill Graves and state lawmakers Robert Tyson Ralph Tanner Bill Feverborn, providing official contact points for government representatives.
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Sebelius must build coalitions to govern Kansas
Burdett Loomis argues that Kansas is a three party state with Democrats, moderate Republicans, and social conservative Republicans sharing power. Sebelius must craft a bipartisan coalition, courting moderate Republicans and engaging in sustained negotiations through 2003 and 2004 to achieve majorities and meaningful policy wins in education, transportation, and tax policy.
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War versus terrorism and Iraq policy clash
Charles V. Peria argues that the bin Laden audiotape exposes al Qaeda’s threat while U S focus on invading Iraq distracts from preventing attacks. He warns regime change risks and urges preparation, FBI flaws, and coherent defense policy amid Homeland Security debates.
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