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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Nov 26, 2004
Page
2
A quotation attributed to Victor Hugo frames defense against invasion as possible only when ideas resist. The line positions ideas as a stronger mental shield than military force, suggesting enduring impact beyond physical conflict.
The piece surveys longstanding immigration trends from Europe to Asia, noting the rise of guest worker proposals and the tension between security and labor needs. It cites Bush positions, in state tuition changes for immigrant students, and Kansas debates, highlighting demographic shifts and policy questions about social services and border control.
Susan Hurlburt, Ottawa High School student, argues in support of urgent government funding for climate research and stricter CO2 laws. She cites droughts, heat, floods, and extreme events, references figures like Tom Dickinson and Peter Schwartz, and warns of future ice ages if policy does not change.
Letter rebutts Ottawa Herald report on outsourcing and 30 centan-hour wage cut. It argues 30 cents is only a start, notes union shop wage structure and non wage progression welding classifications, and cites tax implications for Franklin County residents.
Terry Thompson a former union negotiator argues the new progression system will cut wage in top pay for welders and force slower advancement. Welders with six years or more would join at the four year rate and top out in a year, while others face larger cuts and longer paths. Maintenance and quality roles may avoid pay cuts, but few openings exist. The move could negatively affect workers and the Ottawa community.
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