Learning Quest helps Kansas families save for college
Guest editorial promotes a Kansas state savings plan named Learning Quest. The program offers tax deductible contributions, mutual fund investments, and no minimum number of accounts per child. With a $25 monthly minimum, a child could fund several years of college over 18 years. Contact 1-800-579-2203 or www.learningquestsavings.com for details.
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Guest Editorials Reflect Diverse Reader Opinions
A note explains guest editorials provide reader viewpoints distinct from The Herald and its editors. The disclaimer clarifies opinions expressed are not officially endorsed by the newspaper.
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Nader outlines farm plan against corporate power
The candidate argues that family farmers suffer from corporate concentration and calls for fair prices, open markets, and stricter anti trust enforcement. He cites past debt crises and the 1990s Farm policy and urges support for policies benefiting crop producers over giant agribusinesses like Cargill, ADM, ConAgra, IBP, Tyson, Chiquita, and Smithfield.
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Kansas Lags in Education Reform Since Nation at Risk
An analysis argues Kansas fell behind after the Nation at Risk report. It notes weak state assessment ties, ineffective teacher training, and slowed reforms since the early 1990s while neighboring states advance in standards, assessments, and teacher quality. It criticizes governors and education leadership for deprioritizing reform.
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Immigration and air travel critique by Smiley Folk in Washington
A sharp critique of immigration and federal policy argues crowding and delays in airports reflect structural choices. It condemns open borders, predicts social tension, job displacement, and media-driven crises, urging restraint and caution in planning for the nation’s economy and security.
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