Editorial: Lawrence eyes joining Google's next big thing
Editorial argues Wyandotte County wins a first Google ultra high speed fiber network and Lawrence Kansas City area should rapidly partner. It cites KU Medical Center benefits including telemedicine research data, faculty recruitment and cancer center goals, plus proximity to Kansas City region and potential cross county collaboration.
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Letters Policy for The Journal World
The Journal World invites letters to the Public Forum under 250 words of public interest. Submissions may be edited without altering viewpoints and must include name address and telephone. Submit by mail to Box 888 Lawrence KS 66044 or by email to letters ijworld.com.
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Talks with Taliban Offer Little Clear Path to End Afghan War
Trudy Rubin argues a facilitator may jumpstart Taliban talks but success hinges on Taliban leadership and stance toward an emirate. She notes Pakistan’s role, Karzai’s government limits, and the risk of civil war if concessions alienate the Afghan people.
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Rock Chalk Jayhawk fans rally for KU victories
A Kansas University sports fan letter celebrates KU basketball 2008 win and questions prognosticators while urging tax reform. The writer cites boosters like General Electric and oil firms receiving rebates and calls on Republicans to explain fiscal policy.
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Public Forum Letter Debates Nuclear Energy and Economic Policy
Jim Winn defends nuclear power and U.S. energy claims, arguing France relies on nuclear for 75 percent of electricity with no accidents. He cites Navy submarines and carriers, reactor-years of safe operation, and compares mortality to wind and solar. He claims public policy favors big business and government.
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Old Home Town Years Ago in 1986
Two Lawrence city police cars, a sheriff s vehicle, and a Kansas Highway Patrol car suffered minor damage when forcing a pickup off Clinton Parkway near Wakarusa Drive. The white Ford pickup had been driven erratically near 23rd and Massachusetts. the driver was arrested on charges of DWI reckless driving attempting to elude left of center illegal vehicle registration and no proof of insurance. A bill to lower the juvenile age from 18 to 16 was struck down by the Kansas House in a 59 53 vote. The juvenile judges favored facilities over such a change, with concerns about offenses by younger teens. The item also recalls the April 5 1911 Lawrence city election results as reported in the Lawrence Daily Journal World.
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