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With respect to Iraq, Americans all share Senator John McCain’s problem right now. We can no longer distance ourselves from the policies of the Bush administration.

Ira Harritt, co-chair of the Kansas City Iraq Task Force and program director of the American Friends Service Committee, pointed out that in the eyes of the world, people were once willing to distinguish between the government of the United States and its citizens, but no longer.

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Submitted by bobsommer on May 18, 2008 - 8:12am.
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Marriage is a legal arrangement that should benefit all Americans

Denise Tiller, Midwest Voices 2008

A couple of years ago, my husband was struggling with the concept of gay marriage. I asked him two questions: Would gay marriage change how he felt about me? Would gay marriage change the vows we took?

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Submitted by denisetiller on May 18, 2008 - 9:28am.
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Congratulations graduates

Denise Tiller, Midwest Voices 2008

In a few hours, we'll be off to Kemper Arena to watch our daughter graduate from Blue Valley High School. We've had a week of special programs honoring their achievements. It's very impressive.

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Submitted by denisetiller on May 18, 2008 - 9:49am.
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