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To the editor: As a one-time conservative, I understand it’s hard for lifelong Republicans to vote Democratic. Please know this about the current crop of Republicans, in Kansas and nationwide: They are not Republicans. Traditional core Republicans believe in limited government. Our current ...
To the editor: I read with interest a letter to this space which appeared on Saturday, Oct. 24. In it, the writer thoughtfully set out their vision for America. In response, I would like to set out my own. I desire an America where: Secure borders do not come at the cost of shooting innocent ...
To the editor: What if our political candidates, instead of listing all the evil things their opponents have done, shared with us a list of things they planned to focus on if elected? Jane Tedder, Lawrence
To the editor: In the Oct.24 letter under the heading “Love of America” the writer says we must choose between socialism and capitalism. I’d like to suggest that we can have some of both. The countries of Scandinavia (Denmark, Norway, Sweden, and Finland) manage to have comprehensive ...
To the editor: When I read a tirade like Clarice Dengel’s October 24, 2026, letter, I don’t know whether to laugh or cry. Her words repeat absurd falsehoods and distortions about progressive positions promoted by Trump and his MAGA allies. Contrary to what she implies, progressives like ...
To the editor I normally prefer to vote on the assigned day in the church in our neighborhood. But after reflection, I decided to vote early this year at the 23rd Street voting center. Turns out, I can’t remember when I enjoyed voting more than I did that day. There were scores of people ...