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February 24, 2008
Kosovo survival dependent on other nations
Kosovo has declared official independence, but this has not been recognized by all countries. To succed with its independence, Kosovo will need help from the EU.
February 23, 2008
MoDot falling far behind on I-70 aging, growth
A Web site informs readers of plans to fix I-70, but implementing those plans is another issue.
February 22, 2008
Where are the true journalism novels?
I know something few other journalists know: Day after day, novelists are writing about us. Some of those writers actually work in newspaper, magazine, and broadcast newsrooms, but some of them have never even set foot inside a newsroom.
In search of a little comfort
It’s hard enough getting some sleep when there’s a baby on the way; it’s even worse when the stomach flu pays a visit.
February 21, 2008
Gun safety training should be mandatory
The guns in the NIU and Kirkwood shootings were obtained legally. Although the freedom to bear arms should not be curtailed, mandatory gun safety training is a must.
February 19, 2008
Conservative talk radio becoming too arrogant
Although conservative talk show hosts have enjoyed success for their entertaining and informative commentary, the success is beginning to go to their heads.
February 18, 2008
Take action against violence
Missouri leads the nation in black-on-black crime. We need to develop a system to help people who are going to break the rules so we don’t have to live with violence any longer.
February 16, 2008
Smoking ban critics are not convincing enough
The smoking ban should endure through all the controversy surrounding it.
February 15, 2008
Worthy friends are easy to find with this technique
From acquaintances to close friends, relationships can be mapped out before they begin — if you know what you want to give and receive.
February 14, 2008
State money should be the great educational equalizer
If education is the only method of maintaining our prosperity, then public schools should not be the first target in state and federal budget cuts.
February 12, 2008
Coach Anderson’s disciplinary actions are the right thing to do
Anderson’s “zero tolerance” policy restores integrity and character to the MU basketball team.
February 11, 2008
Serious issues face an entertainment-driven nation
With all the serious issues facing the nation, entertainment stories on television news programs seem irrelevant.
February 10, 2008
Problems in Democratic Republic of Congo often overlooked
Reconstruction and peacekeeping is a challenge in the Democratic Republic of Congo, where violence erupts around the plundering of the country’s valuable mineral resources.
Plundering of Congo’s ores threatens peace
Reconstruction and peacekeeping are a challenge in the Democratic Republic of Congo, where violence erupts around the plundering of the country’s valuable mineral resources.
February 09, 2008
Blunt and McCaskill for VP would strengthen candidates
Super-Tuesday results are in, but the vacancies for vice presidential candidates remain open. George Kennedy examines the possibility of Matt Blunt and Claire McCaskill as potential running mates to both political parties.
February 08, 2008
The quest for an enchanting day care
Finding a day care for the most important people in your life can be daunting.
February 07, 2008
Citizens must get involved in revitalizing airport
The state has provided the legal tools to establish a regional economic transportation district to support our aerodrome. They sit unused.
February 05, 2008
Parents are no longer disciplining children at home
Law enforcement was recently removed from Columbia’s middle schools. In the past discipline was more severe in the home, but now it has become a role of public schools.
February 04, 2008
Big business owners, politicians evade pressure of recession
As the U.S. faces impending recession, everyday people feel the strain more than the corporate executives and economists.
February 03, 2008
Gazans entry into Egypt puts peace on hold
Although Palestinians are excited to cross the border into Egypt, a powerful Hamas reduces the likelihood of peace.
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