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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Sep 12, 2009
Page
2
Arthur Miller’s 1961 observation frames a newspaper as a nation talking to itself, a concise reflection on press role in public discourse and self-scrutiny. The line underscores journalism as a mirror and forum for collective deliberation.
A guest editorial argues the Obama administration has rushed to staff more than 43 percent of 500 top policymaking jobs, while key posts such as Transportation Security Administration and Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services remain vacant. Senators Brownback and Roberts block McHugh’s Army secretary nomination to leverage Gitmo detainee transfers, with critics saying the tactic harms Kansas and national security.
The Ottawa Herald invites reader opinions in the Reader Forum. Submissions must be hand signed with the author’s address and telephone number. Send letters to Reader Forum, The Ottawa Herald, 104 S. Cedar, Ottawa KS 66067 or by email to letters ottawaherald.com. Letters should not exceed 400 words and may be edited for space and clarity.
A USD 290 parent voices disappointment with the district's handling of President Obama's address to students. He questions the lack of prior opt out messaging, defending the speech as non partisan and educational while criticizing perceived racially tinged motives and messaging. The letter urges respect for student access to national leadership and critical discussion.
A parent questions district use of opt out forms for a presidential address in class. They applaud diverse speakers and urge inviting leaders from all levels to share stories of perseverance while avoiding politicized exclusions for students.
A reader denounces Glenn Beck Fox News and conservative figures, condemns opposition to Barack Obama’s presidency, and asserts the majority supported his election. The letter praises social programs, defends health care reform, and criticizes school officials for halting the president's education speech.
The piece argues the public option in health care reform is often seen as compassionate but faces Republican and Blue Dog opposition. It calls for cost scrutiny, tort reform, and notes obstetrics as a major driver of malpractice costs. It warns Medicare funding issues and limited obstetric coverage for seniors.
A letter expresses gratitude to the Elizabeth Layton Center for Hope and Guidance staff Tim Sam Mark and Troy and to taxpayers funding the center. It notes social programs New Beginnings for socialization, two crisis houses, and services like fitness art therapy and stress management. It also thanks case manager Kim, and Diane Drake Gretchen Trendel and Dr Gambril for help while reflecting on mental illness and historical figures.
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