State lobbyist spending report draws public scrutiny
An Associated Press report notes lobbyists spent 15616 dollars on a Chicago conference reception for state lawmakers. More than 40 orgs paid, including AT T Boeing and Western Resources, with 25 legislators, 18 spouses, and 15 staffers attending. Critics say such freebies breed influence and taint public trust.
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Southwestern Bell
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Western Resources
Ralph Tanner
Baldwin
Paul Feleciano
Ottawa area restaurant beer debate draws resident concerns
Paola resident G W Clark argues against allowing beer sales near residential zones in Ottawa claiming it would alter community character and harm local business dynamics. He cites church and homes preexisting the China Palace site and questions whether restaurant clientele would favor alcohol.
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Foster care funding debate stalls over faith based contracts
Kansas observers say the foster care and adoption flap remains non crucial in the political race. They cite a $2 million problem in a state budget over $8 billion and fault the faith based contractor framework led by Lutheran Social Services. Officials note cost accounting gaps and question contracting human services versus direct state care. Martin Hawyver notes the issue’s evolving stance and directs readers to Hawver's Capitol Report.
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Democrats attack Boy Scouts charter in House bill
Seven Democrats introduced a bill to repeal the 1916 federal charter for the Boy Scouts of America. The text argues federal charter status implies government support and cites the organization’s stance on sexuality as incompatible with diversity and tolerance. The writer warns Republicans and asks patriotic groups to surrender their charters.
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Lynn Woolsey
D-Calif
Pete Stark
Sheila Lee
D-Texas
Cynthia McKinney
D-Ga
Jerrold Nadler
D-N.y
Nydia Velazquez
John
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D.N. Cox
Glenn Wilson
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