Speaking Out on Olympic Mythology and Morality
A columnist attacks the Olympics as entertainment rather than a path to godlike perfection. They question athlete worship, the role of drugs and testing, and urge lasting life‑long ideals over fleeting podium glory. The piece concludes by contrasting Olympic myth with the one true God.
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Nike
Nagano
Reforming Child Welfare Through Private Contracts in Kansas
Peter Holle notes Kansas shifted child welfare from in house delivery to private agencies. Agencies bid regionally and receive per child payments, with safety standards ensuring 90 percent non abuse. Adoptions rose 67 percent and safety outcomes reached 98 percent, as agencies compete for performance.
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Picetoré
State of
Kansas
Department of Social and Rehabilitation, Services
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