Clinton signs Defense of Marriage Act after midnight
The article discusses President Clinton signing the Defense of Marriage Act late at night, amid mixed reactions. It argues the move preserves state autonomy on same sex marriage, notes Hawaii’s pending case, and contends most Americans aren’t ready to recognize gay marriage. It includes quotes from ACT UP and commentary on public sentiment nationwide.
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House
Clinton
Socks
Mike McCurry
America
Wolfe Blitzer
Steve Michael
Washington, D.C
ACT UP
Senate
Breathless
San Francisco
Topeka
Hawaii
Supreme Court
Dubuque
Wahiawatu
Tiffany’s
Ottawa Board Debates Class Size And Teacher Quality
Ottawa school board debates class size targets versus teacher quality after noting rising class counts in some elementary rooms. Despite larger classes, overall enrollments fell, suggesting shifts in staffing or population. Officials emphasize under 25 per class as a goal, with 20 or fewer ideal for younger grades, while stressing the need to recruit retain and reward strong teachers.
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Ottawa School Board
Ottawa
Kansas
Geonectine
Harvey Ludwick
Citizens can contact Kansas lawmakers with details
A list provides contact details for U S senators Sheila Frahm and Nancy Kassebaum and U S representative Sam Brownback. It includes Washington and Topeka addresses, phone numbers, an email for Brownback and the house web address. The notes offer paths for inquiries and complaints to federal and state offices.
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U.S
Sheila Frahm
Hart
Senate
Washington
D.C
Topeka
Nancy Kassebaum
Russell Senate
Fox
Sam Brownback
Longworth House
S. Kansas Ave
Brownbak
House
House.gov
Brownback
Educator defends NEA in reader forum letter
A Kansas teacher and NEA member responds to political attacks on public education. He argues NEA supports choice without tax hikes, challenges merit pay plans, and emphasizes teaching moral values, open classrooms, and open enrollment while urging parents and professionals to shape the future of education.
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KNEA
NEA
Mr. Dole
Dole
Gram
The
Graves, Christian Coalition clash over Kansas GOP control
Lois Roath of Iola argues that Christian Coalitionists have captured enough Kansas GOP seats to run the party, urging voters to back conventional Republicans and Democrat opponents in November to preserve Gov. Bill Graves and two-term leadership. She calls for active citizen involvement.
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Bill Graves
Kansas
Ralph Reed
Christian Coalition
Graves
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