Lieberman-Warner/Global Warming Bill will hit Kansas Hard
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Workers and families in the state of Kansas may be wondering how climate change legislation before Congress will affect their income, their jobs, and the cost of energy. Members of Congress are considering a number of bills designed to address climate change. Chief among them is S. 2191, America's Climate Security Act of 2007, introduced by Senators Joseph Lieberman (I-CT) and John Warner (R-VA). In Kansas, arbitrary restrictions predicated on multiple untested and undeveloped technologies will lead to severe restrictions on energy use and large increases in energy costs. In addition to the direct impact on consumers' budgets, these higher energy costs will spread through the economy, injecting unnecessary inefficiencies at virtually every stage of production and consumption. Contrary to the claims of an economic boost from "green" investment and "green-collar" job creation, S. 2191 reduces economic growth, gross domestic product (GDP), and employment.

Thousands Turnout for Global Living Rosary
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The event, the first Eucharist Family Rosary Crusade to be held in Kansas City since 1955, drew more than 30,000 people to the Kaufman Stadium. One after another, priests and bishops called on attendees to pray with their families every day for unity, economic and social healing in the country, and peace in the world. “These are tumultuous times. If ever there was a time when we needed peace in this world, this is it,” said Archbishop James Patrick Keleher, of the Archdiocese of Kansas City in Kansas. As the temperature at Kauffman rose to about 90 degrees, the people on the field recited the rosary in their native languages, including Swahili, Chinese, Russian and Hindi. Then in English, thousands of Catholics from throughout the Midwest who had gathered at the stadium to pray for peace and unity joined in. “It’s pretty inspiring,” Archbishop Joseph Naumann, of the Archdiocese of Kansas City in Kansas, said as he scanned the stadium seats filled with people of varying ages, races and ethnicities. “Today in Kauffman Stadium you are publicly witnessing your faith by making this stadium a house of prayer,” Kelleher said.

Archbishop Naumann calls upon all Pro-Abortion Politicians to Refrain from Communion
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After addressing Governor Sebelius’ actions on the abortion issue, Archbishop Naumann now has a message for all Catholic politicians. "It is a time-intensive process to enter into verbal and written dialogue, as is necessary, to insure a person is aware of the spiritual and moral consequences of their actions, as well as to understand the scandal their actions cause for others. It is my intention eventually, as much as the limitations of my own time permit, to have similar pastoral dialogues with other Catholics in elective office who support legalized abortion."

Judge: “Somebody may have committed a felony in this cover-up”
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The Johnson County District Attorney, Phill Kline, last week asked the Kansas Supreme Court to remove a gag order slapped on a district court judge to keep him from testifying in a criminal prosecution. It was the first in a series of related events leading to a dramatic reversal by Attorney General Stephen Six who had been seeking the immediate return of documents subpoenaed from an abortion provider.

Sebelius/Tiller Throw Fundraiser
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While under investigation by the Attorney General’s office and amid increasing calls for criminal charges by the Kansas Legislature, late-term abortionist George R. Tiller and his entire abortion clinic staff was honored by Gov. Kathleen Sebelius at a lavish secret party held at Cedar Crest, the Governor’s mansion in early April, 2007 “Sebelius’ office arrogantly believes that they can keep her strong ties to Tiller a secret, but their efforts to keep the truth from the public have only exposed their corruption,” said Newman. “Sebelius would not be governor today if not for Tiller’s financial support. She owes him her career. Every agency in Kansas that could hold Tiller accountable for illegal late-term abortions, from the Board of Healing Arts to the Kansas Supreme Court to the Attorney General, are all laced with Sebelius appointees. It is little wonder that they all have done nothing but stall and obstruct efforts to prosecute him.”

Sebelius on the Defensive over Secret Abortion Fundraiser
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Gov. Kathleen Sebelius was put on the defensive Wednesday by the release of photos showing her shaking hands with abortion provider Dr. George Tiller during an event last year at her official residence. Three photos show Sebelius holding a red T-shirt commemorating a "Trifecta 2006," referring to her re-election that year and the election of a Democratic lieutenant governor and attorney general.

Kansas loses billions due to Sebelius coal plants decision
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Texas-based Hyperion Resources Inc., have been affected by the governor's opposition to the Holcomb coal plant. Hyperion apparently has withdrawn its consideration of a Kansas site for a $10 billion oil refinery that would have created nearly 10,000 jobs. According to a report in the Topeka Capital-Journal, the company said the uncertainty caused by the governor's support of a decision by Kansas Department of Health and Environment Rod Bremby to ban the plant because it may contribute to global warming was a "major concern." The refinery will be built in South Dakota, instead.

Moore Fails on National Security Bill
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Democratic cynicism on national security reached new heights with a House vote last Friday that deserves more public scrutiny. Lawmakers approved a bill that not only fails to provide liability protection for phone companies that assisted the government after 9/11 but actually greases the skids for trial lawyers. In January, 21 "Blue Dog" Democrats in the House even sent a letter to Speaker Nancy Pelosi that said the Senate FISA legislation "contains satisfactory language" and that "we would fully support that measure should it reach the House floor without substantial change." Now, Dennis Moore and 13 other liberal congressmen voted for the weaker bill and therefore a weaker America. Thanks for nothing Dennis!

Mission Mayor says no to consolidation of police services
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Council members failed to approve a resolution to establish a task force to examine consolidation among northeast Johnson County police forces. The resolution had proposed developing a task force with members from Fairway, Mission Hills, Mission Woods, Roeland Park, Westwood and Westwood Hills. The measure failed in a vote of 4-4, with Mayor McConwell casting the tie-breaking vote.

Smoking Ban in Mission
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City Council members voted Wednesday night to adopt a citywide smoking ordinance that will prohibit smoking in any enclosed place of employment within the city, including bars and restaurants.

Taxes Going Up in Lenexa
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Lenexa voters on Tuesday resoundingly approved a 3/8-cent sales tax that will pump money into roads, parks and a civic center over the next 20 years. About 60 percent will go toward parks and cultural amenities, including a Civic Center in the City Center development at 87th Street Parkway and Renner Boulevard, a 200-acre retail, office and housing development. The remainder of the tax will be used for park maintenance and improvements, as well as developing new parkland. Less than 32 percent of the city’s 31,237 registered voters cast ballots in the election!

School Superintendents Pay Going Up
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De Soto School District Superintendent Sharon Zoellner will get a total pay package of $195,609. Shawnee Mission will pay new superintendent Gene Johnson a total package valued at $235,720.