Kansans Split Reactions To War Start In Wichita
In Wichita, Kansans reacted with mixed feelings as U S missiles and bombs hit Iraq. Activists at the Peace and Social Justice Center questioned violence as supporters, including Gov. Kathleen Sebelius and Rep. Todd Tiahrt, urged swift action. Families with service members voiced both pride and worry about loved ones in combat.
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United Nations
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Patrick
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Cuba
Afghanistan
al- Qaida
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Fort Riley
Todd Tiahrt
Brian
Tiahrt
Greg Florez Jr
Terry’s Bar and Grill
Topeka
Sebelius considers extra security at Kansas Statehouse
Governor Kathleen Sebelius ordered heightened security at the Kansas Statehouse and five nearby buildings amid the early stages of the Iraq campaign. Visitors must sign in at security desks and consent to bag searches or be refused entry. Attorney General Phil Kline also ordered the Kansas Bureau of Investigation to review files of about 350 people tied to terrorist groups or flagged for complaints.
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Gulf War veterans say they would rejoin the fight
A Kansas group of Gulf War veterans recalls the 1991 campaign with pride and willingness to be recalled. Jon Brown and David Leach express readiness to return, while Mario Goico and Kevin Peterson reflect on limited contact and unfinished business.
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Gulf Region
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Lawrence Athletic Club
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David Leach
Wichita
Middle East
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Gulf
Kevin Peterson
Baghdad
Brownback argues Iraq war risks justify action
Sen Sam Brownback of Kansas says war with Iraq may be dangerous but not acting risks Saddam Hussein with weapons of mass destruction. He urges quick conflict with minimal casualties, noting years of negotiations and UN unity lacking, and warns catastrophic future attacks if Saddam is not confronted.
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Ropeka
Iraq
Saddam Hussein
Brownback
Senate Foreign Relations Committee
Subcommittee
Saddam
United Nations
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