Phelps hate chants face national protest over years
Readers call to condemn Fred Phelps and his Topeka group as they target events with anti gay messages. Gov. Bill Graves criticizes Phelps while noting the issue remains between the minister and God. The piece urges continued vocal opposition to Phelps' hateful demonstrations despite limited media attention.
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Fred Phelps
Phelps
Kansas
Topeka
Casper
Wya
Matthew Shepard
University of Wyoming
Laramie
Wyo
Fred
Bill Graves
Statehouse
God
Trustworthy as a cornerstone of family school bonds
An elementary principal reflects on trust as a learned quality shaped by parents, teachers, and communities from infancy through adulthood. He recalls guiding students, earning parental trust, and serving USD 290, with goals to raise academics, safety, and facilities, while inviting signed Reader Forum submissions.
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Lincoln School
Lincoln
USD 290
Government contact list for Kansas officials and offices
A compilation of contact details for federal and state representatives and agencies. Includes U.S. Senators Pat Roberts and Sam Brownback, U.S. Rep. Jim Ryan, Gov. Bill Groves, Attorney General Carla Stovall, Insurance Commissioner Kathleen Sebelius, and state offices in Topeka and Overland Park with addresses and phone numbers.
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U.S
Pat Roberts
Dirksen
Washington
D.C
Fox
Topeka
Frank Carlson
S.E. Quincy
Sam Brownback
Hart
Senate
S. Kansas Ave
W. 95Th
Overland Park
Jim Ryan
Cannon
HOB
Judicial Center
Kathleen Sebelius
Southwest 9Th
Drug testing in schools sparks constitutional clash in circuits
The Palm Beach Post notes that while some states allow student drug testing for activities, the Supreme Court has not ruled on the broader issue. It contrasts 7th Circuit approvals with Oregon’s policy for athletes and discusses the potential impact on rights and public safety before a national decision. It also includes Perot commentary and a note on guest editorials.
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Palm Beach
Fin
Supreme Court
Library Club
Indiana
Illinois
Wisconsin
7Th Judicial Circuit
Appeals Court
Oregon
Seattle Times
Ross Perot
Perot
Clinton
Reform Party
Atlanta
Theodore Roosevelt
Bull Moose Party
Women and power a columnist’s nuanced view
Kathleen Parker questions the assumption that more women in power would shift focus to women’s issues. She argues that gender does not define behavior and envisions balanced representation producing broader, society‑driven priorities. She urges a move beyond gendered agendas toward universal concerns.
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Gigi
Bill Clinton
Senate
Congress
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Ottawa Board OF Education
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Orlando Sentinel
Kparkers
Mindspring
Tribune Media Services
Doonesbury
Nymous
Mallard Fillmore
Aly Abe
Lace Club
Guipe
Fok
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