Opinion

Why Elon Musk Shouldn’t Buy Twitter

April 23, 2022

When Elon Musk bought the single largest stake in Twitter, then announced plans to acquire the whole company instead of just accepting a seat on its board, the response varied: Hosannas from many on the “right” who feel like they don’t get a fair shake from Twitter’s moderation/ban policies. Wails of anguish from many on the establishment “left” (not the real left -- that would be us libertarians) who’ve become accustomed to an echo chamber which “protects” them from THE BAD PEOPLE and their heterodox political views.

The Godfather’ turns 50

April 21, 2022

This year marks the 50th anniversary of the release of the first “Godfather” movie. Celebratory retrospectives are ubiquitous. The film is lauded for its surpassing cinematic artfulness, unforgettable performances, snippets of dialog that have become iconic, and its depiction of the architecture of the acquisition and sustenance of power. About this, like Machiavelli’s “The Prince,” it is almost a manual.

DOG-WALKING INJURY COULD BE HYPEREXTENSION OF KNEE

April 21, 2022

Dear Doctors: I was walking our dog at night and didn’t see a big hole in the sidewalk. I stepped right into it, full force, and I think my knee actually bent backwards. I can walk OK, but now my knee hurts. Could I have damaged something? How do I know if I need to see my doctor?

April 21, 2022

A continued practice of so-called professional journalists, initiated a couple of years ago by the Associated Press continues to work in a racist, segregationist and bigoted manner to re-segregate Americans and America.

April 21, 2022

With another Earth Day upon us, PRo Kansas Recycling (a nonprofit recycling center) would like to remind everyone about some valuable resources we can all help save. Everyone talks about water, oil or trees as resources.

Prediction for Kansas: Abortion banned within a year if voters don’t show up

April 21, 2022

Within the next year, the Kansas Legislature will pass a full ban on abortion, without exceptions for rape or incest. Gov. Derek Schmidt will delightedly sign it and rhapsodize about our state’s culture of life. A safe and common women’s health procedure and those performing it, along with the women themselves, will be criminalized.

MANY RESEARCH OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE FOR COVID-19 LONG-HAULERS

April 19, 2022

Dear Doctors: I am a COVID-19 long-hauler, and it has been a horrible experience. I have tinnitus, tremors and shortness of breath, and I lost my sense of smell. It’s disabling, and I am doubtful I will ever be the same. Can I assist in research in any way? What kinds of clinical trials are there?

April 19, 2022

April is recognized nationally as Child Abuse Prevention month. Now is the time to create positive childhood experiences that enable families to succeed.

‘The Rape Exception’ and the politics of abortion access in Kansas

April 19, 2022

Government regulation of women who become pregnant from rape has suddenly grabbed national headlines. That’s because state legislatures around America are considering numerous controversial bills that would ban abortion access for these women.

Sexual harassment happens in agricultural settings

April 19, 2022

It happens in agricultural settings too. Sexual harassment – of both men and women – can be a serious issue in agriculturals settings, especially in large scale farming operations.