Nonviolence is the best antidote to political violence
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Aquilino Gonell felt rage. The U.S.
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Civic skills we need to keep our democracy
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As primaries roll out around the country, we’re tracking voter turnout. Raised on “Schoolhouse Rock’s” cartoon civics lessons, I know that being a good American means voting.Those 1970s cartoons weren’t wrong.
Voters need a better system for candidate selections
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To the Editor: A significant number of Americans are concerned about our current system of electing those who represent us.
The lost conversation of civil discourse
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Eight days of rafting down the Colorado River in the Grand Canyon with my daughter promised to be an exceptional experience.
Venita “Kay” Smith
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Venita “Kay” Smith, 80, of Richmond, died Wednesday, June 22, 2022, at Oak Ridge Assisted Living Facility in Richmond.
Kay was born on September 13, 1941, in Lexington, the daughter of Raymond “Shine” Hearrold and Hazel Hearrold of Hardin.
Why would I talk to them?
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As we look at the pictures from Uvalde, Texas; Buffalo, New York;. and other mass shooting sites, we’re having agonized conversations.
Attorney says client should not face trial man shot to death
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Your editorial of 13 May, 2022, regarding my client Jacqueline Peterson demands that charges be filed in the shooting of her abusive husband. It reminds me of a film in which the supporting characters wail that they must do something.
Young adults face declining economic, educational opportunities in United States
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For 33 years, my organization has been sounding the alarm about the declining fortunes of young adults.
Thoughts, prayers, thoughts, prayers, thoughts
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Thoughts and prayers are the least that should be provided following the latest among dozens of mass shootings across this nation during the past 20 years.
Seems I just said hello, but now I have to say goodbye
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I said hello four years ago this month as editor of the Richmond News and Excelsior Springs Standard. Now, I say good-bye.
