Quote of the Day on peace through books by Greg Mortenson
A 2007 Greg Mortenson quote from the Central Asia Institute argues that terror cannot be resolved with force. He contends a lasting peace for children comes from learning and dialogue, not bombs.
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Governor pushes statewide smoking ban and higher cigarette tax
The guest editorial urges Kansas Governor Mark Parkinson to seek a statewide indoor smoking ban and raise the 79 cent per pack cigarette tax. It argues the moves would improve public health, deter youth smoking, and fund health programs, while acknowledging opposition from smokers.
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Reader Forum Submissions Guideline Published
Readers are invited to send opinions to the Reader Forum at The Ottawa Herald in Ottawa Kansas. Hand signed letters with address and phone number are required. Submissions must be under 400 words and may be edited for space grammar and clarity.
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Sept 11 memories fade as nation feels altered
Tommy Felts reflects on Sept 11 2001 and the eight years that followed. He recalls initial fear and unity, the wars in Afghanistan and Iraq, and the slow fading of trauma, patriotism, and collective memory amid a return to pre 9 11 routines. He questions whether the vow to never forget remains true.
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Wealthy investor rails against socialized health care reform
A financial insider argues against a government run insurance plan, praising private firms like Aetna Cigna and UnitedHealth. He calls for subsidies to buy private policies while criticizing socialist aims and asserting wealth shapes policy and economy.
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