Patriot Act sparks privacy debate across the nation
A critique of the Patriot Act argues it erodes civil liberties after the 9/11 attacks. It cites expanded government powers, claims of poor coordination, and warns of surveillance without notification. A public forum at the Dole Institute of Politics invites discussion on the act’s pros and cons.
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George W. Bush
Vermont
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Dole Institute of Politics
University of Kansas’ West
Congress Members Contact Details and State Officials
A list of U S senators and representatives with office addresses in Washington DC and Topeka Kansas, including phone numbers and website references for Pat Roberts Sam Brownback Jim Ryun Kathleen Sebelius Robert Tyson Tom Holland Bill Feverborn Joe Humerickhouse Stanley Dreher and state chamber contacts.
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Washington
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Jim Ryun
Rayburn Hoe
Washington, D.C
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Ryun
House
Kathleen Sebelius
State Capitol
Topeka
State
Robert Tyson
Lyson
Senate
Tom Holland
Holland
House State
Bill Feverborn
Feverborn
Joe Humerickhouse
Humerickhouse
When Fire Strikes Get Out Stay Out Campaign
Ottawa Fire Department Captain announces Fire Prevention Week with a focus on working smoke alarms and practiced escape plans. The campaign includes classroom visits, student activities, 911 practice, and home safety inspections, in partnership with NFPA and Home Safety Council to reduce fire deaths.
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Ottawa Fire Department
NFPA
National Fire Action’ Association
Judy Comoletti
Fire Department
Pella Corporation
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Home Safety Council
Lowe’s
Home Improvement Warehouse
Homesafetycouncil.org
Dean reshapes campaign finance with online fundraising surge
Democratic hopeful Howard Dean leads in total funds raised through the Internet, surpassing rivals like John Kerry while spending little on paid TV. His grassroots online base may end the era of big money, challenging the influence of traditional donors and DNC chair Terry McAuliffe. Dick Morris notes the shift away from costly mail and phone solicitations toward cheaper online strategies, signaling a broader reform of political fundraising.
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Howard Dean
Dean
Democratic Party
Terry McAuliffe
Democratic National Committee
John Kerry
Iowas
New Hampshire
South Carolin
Lincoln
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