Kansas approves 48 hour stay requirement for new mothers
Kansas lawmakers push health reform by requiring insurance to cover at least 48 hours after birth, ending 24 hour discharges. The measure aims to protect mother and baby during the critical early days, while addressing mental health coverage with equal cost limits. Congress pursues a gradual, incremental reform path with mixed scope.
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Open records for juvenile offenders in Kansas era justice
The Topeka Capital-Journal argues for transparency in juvenile cases citing a 12-year-old babysitter implicated in a death. It contends secrecy harms public awareness and stresses that violent crimes by youths deserve scrutiny rather than confidentiality.
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Guest Editorials Offer Readers A Range Of Opinions
A note stating that guest editorials provide diverse views and that opinions may not reflect The Herald’s editor. It emphasizes independence of guest contributors and separates their viewpoint from the newspaper’s official stance.
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Weekend with William Tests Super Dad Nerves
A father recounts a solo weekend with his one year old son William. He battles restless energy, constant noises, and driving backseat entertainment, improvising trips to Burger King, a sister, a nursery, and a tractor show to stay sane. He concludes he has earned “Super Dad” status if his son remains amused by his noisy repertoire.
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Letter Targets Docking Over Brownback Campaign Tactics
Readers note a mass mailed attack by Jill Docking on Rep. Sam Brownback. The letter misstates votes on education and Medicare and accuses the president of budget gridlock. It defends EPA standards and criticizes earned income credits while urging Brownback’s Senate run.
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Editor’s comments stir Garnett reader over budget promises
A Garnett reader responds to Monday’s editorial criticizing budget deficits and Clinton era promises. The letter questions how funds will be paid, protests recent changes, and notes subscriber renewal if editors depart. The exchange highlights reader concern over editorial direction and fiscal policy.
Reader Forum Seeks Signed Letters With Address and Phone
Readers invited to submit opinions to the forum and are asked to include full signature with address and telephone number. Long letters may be edited for space.
Elections in Bosnia face new democracy tests
La Repubblica reports Bosnia held free elections after four years of war. Winners must now govern toward real democracy, offering space for diverse expressions, while the West reconsiders its diplomacy and involvement in the region.
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