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Political Science is a discipline that focuses on the science (yes, science!) of the “how’s” and “whys” of government, politics, and international affairs. Political Scientists study various topics, including local and state politics, domestic and global election processes, philosophy, economics, and international development and conflict. We are trained to evaluate a range of topics by applying the scientific method using rigorous qualitative and quantitative tools to understand political relations between individuals and countries.

The human experience is varied, making it virtually impossible to measure the ‘rightness’ or ‘wrongness’ of a point of view. According to the discipline of Political Science, the best we can do is construct an argument using quantitative and qualitative evidence, but the conclusions can always be challenged with new information and perspectives. The classroom environment is driven by an academic approach rather than political arguments. On the first day of class, I always emphasize there cannot be right or wrong answers when it comes to politics, so that should not hinder anyone from asking questions and making comments.

The discipline of political science prepares students to go into careers such as law, political campaign work, state and federal employment, international affairs, and global humanitarian work. As a social science discipline, it offers many opportunities for students to enter careers that, oftentimes, they had never considered.

NCMC offers several courses in Political Science that will transfer to four-year institutions:

National Government introduces students to the history, philosophy, and functions of American government. During the course, students register to vote, learn how to look up and identify their elective officials, and find objective information about the bills they are introducing and passing while in office.

Introduction to Comparative Politics is the study of similarities and differences between regions and countries. The course we offer is specifically designed for students from the NCMC service region who are interested in topics such as rural development and healthcare. I bring my personal experiences from working abroad into the classroom to teach students how to focus on tangible solutions rather than looking at the world as a place of irreconcilable differences.

Introduction to Political Philosophy traces the history of political thought, beginning with Plato and Aristotle to contemporary thinkers. The guiding questions of the course are:

1) What is the source of political power?

2) How has political power been reproduced over time? These two questions have been at the foundation of ideology and political development for over 2500 years and are as relevant and unanswered today as they were when Plato first began exploring them.

Oftentimes when I tell someone that my background is in Political Science, they chuckle and make a joke about how that must be tough to teach these days. My response is also my teaching philosophy: I am not here to change anyone’s mind as a teacher; I am here to make sure they understand their own perspectives and ideology. It is far more enjoyable to teach and study politics than to talk about it. I encourage anyone who wants a deeper understanding of our current times to enroll in any (or all!) of the three classes outlined above.

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For more information about Missouri WIC, call the Grundy County Health Department at (660) 359-4196 or visit www.health.mo.gov/wic.

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Wichita State Announces Dean’s List

Kinslee J. Stokely of Princeton has been named to the Wichita State University dean's honor roll for spring 2023.

To be included on the dean's honor roll, a student must be enrolled full time (at least 12 credit hours) and earn at least a 3.5 grade point average on a 4.0 scale.

Local Grain Prices

June 27

Ray-Carroll County Grain Growers/ Carrollton (1-800-722-4407)

Corn 6.16, Soybeans

14.45, Wheat 7.05

New Crop Corn 5.41, Soybeans 12.64, Wheat

7.050

Charles Thomas Call, affectionately known as “Tommy” and/or “Charlie”, was born in Daviess County on December 10, 1934. Tommy/Charlie passed away peacefully at home on June 19, 2023. His parents were Archie Call and Frankie Helmandollar Call. He attended Jamesport elementary school and graduated from Tri-County High School in 1952.

Tommy/Charlie had several careers, the first being a farmer in Jamesport. He spent several years as an over-the-road truck driver before returning to school to earn his HVAC certification. He owned Charlie’s Comfort Services, a heating and air conditioning company located in Liberty.

Charles Thomas Call

Tommy/Charlie was an avid birdwatcher and a connoisseur of oatmeal iced cookies. He never met a person he could not be friends with, always lent a helping hand to anyone in need, and enjoyed early morning coffee time with his air conditioning buddies at McDonalds. He was involved in many activities after retirement including church groups, art classes, bird watching, movie and popcorn nights, and Sunday brunches with family.

Tommy/Charlie is survived by his daughter, Dr. Michelle Carpenter (Adrian) of Platte City; a sister, Daisy McKiddy of Jamesport; his friend and former wife, Shirley Call; a daughter-in-law, Karen Call; five grandchildren, Michael Scott Call of St.

Market Report from Monday, June 19 878 head sold

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Deaths

Louis, Allyson CravenGamero (Rafael) of Mijas, Spain, Gavin Call of Liberty, KaytAnne Carpenter (Arpan) of Olathe, KS, and Joshua Carpenter, of Liberty; and four great-grandchildren, Kaleb Call, Jayden Call, Rafael Craven-Gamero and Miguel Craven-Gamero.

Tommy/Charlie was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Maryanna Reeter; sons, Michael Dee Call and David Call; and granddaughter, Virginia Kay Call.

The family will receive friends from 4:00-6:00 p.m. Friday, June 23 at Roberson Funeral Home in Jamesport. Private burial will be held in Jamesport.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Jamesport United Methodist Church in care of Roberson Funeral Home, 503 S. Broadway, Jamesport, MO 64648.

Online condolences may be left at www.robersonfuneralhome.com

North 65 Center Menus

Monday-Polish sausage on bun, sauerkraut, lima beans, watergate salad w/pineapple.

Tuesday-Closed for Independence Day.

Wednesday-Chicken salad sandwich on whole wheat bread, pea salad, carrots & celery, mixed fruit.

Thursday-Smothered pork chop, winter mix veggies, corn, peaches, hot roll.

Friday-BBQ Riblet on bun, pork & beans, potato sticks, grapes. (Coffee, iced tea, water and milk are served daily and an alternate meal of chef’s salad, crackers and fruit cup is available each day.)

Thelma Jean Moore, 93, of Sedalia, beloved wife, mother and grandmother, passed to be with her Lord on Tuesday, June 20, 2023 at Lee's Summit Medical Center in Lee's Summit.

Thelma was born on September 25, 1929 in Mill Grove to Ed and Jewell Hubbard Trump, who preceded her in death.

Thelma grew up on farms in Grundy and Mercer County until she married Lowell Dean Moore on June 4, 1950 in Trenton. They enjoyed 71 years of marriage until his death in 2022. Thelma and Lowell had 4 children.

She is survived by a son, Charles Lowell Moore and his wife Shelley of Mineola, TX and a daughter, Ramona Carolyn Moore of Sedalia; 16 grandchildren; 16 greatgrandchildren; a host of nieces and nephews; and six remaining siblings.

She was preceded in death by two sons, Daniel Lee at birth in 1951 and David Neal in 2021; a daughter-in-law, Sheri L. Vansell Moore in 2008; four brothers, Junyer Trump, Wallace Trump, Leon Trump and Carl Trump, all of Trenton; and one sister, Carolyn Trump Walker of Osage Beach.

Through the years, she faithfully worked alongside her husband as they pastored rural churches throughout Missouri. She was a Sunday School teacher, Missionettes leader, Women's Ministries leader, and custodian through 60 years of mini- stry. In their later years, she and Lowell did volunteer work, remodeling and working on churches and ministries in the Assemblies of God denomination.

She was a homemaker, pastor's wife, school cook, and in later years did elderly care giving.

She was a great support to her daughter, Ramona in pastoring her current church family, Slater A/G in Slater, where she and Lowell had pastored for several years. She loved to exercise, cook, read, enjoyed her wrens and flowers, being with her family, extended family and friends, and her church family.

Services will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, June 30, 2023 at First Assembly of God Church in Trenton. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. to service time. Graveside services will be held afterwards at Resthaven Memorial Gardens of Trenton. Slater-Neal Funeral Home of Trenton is in charge of arrangements.

Online condolences may be left at www.resthavenmort.com

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