Lawmakers' insider trading ban signed into law
Editorial notes the new insider trading ban for Congress and aides, plus judicial and executive branch officials, with a 96 to 3 Senate and 417 to 2 House vote. It requires disclosure within 45 days of transactions and follows a 60 Minutes report. Public opinion remains low as elections approach, but the measure signals an effort to restore trust.
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Alcohol lessons apply to other drugs
George Will argues that psychoactive drugs are natural and warns against quick legalization. He cites Prohibition era outcomes and nicotine addiction, asserts risks of legalizing cocaine and heroin, and notes source-country production and interdiction limits. A future column will propose a different economic approach.
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License sparks council over Lindley street stand
The Lawrence Daily Journal-World notes a council uproar after granting a license to Geo M Lindley for his son to sell vegetables on the street. It is alleged the son has tuberculosis, raising public health concerns. The piece closes with a quip praising popcorn cultivation for farms and urging children to help.
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Thanks for the dance KU Jayhawks salute
A reader thanks the Journal World for the Tuesday main section headline Thanks for the dance praising Kansas University Jayhawk basketball team. The letter delivers admiration for KU’s effort and spirit, expressing gratitude from Lawrence.
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Gas Prices and Speculation Drive Oil Markets
The piece argues Obama bears blame for rising gas costs while noting January 2009 price at 1.84 and higher prior year averages. It claims futures speculation, not supply shortages, fuels spikes, cites Saudi Arabia and U S reserves, and warns about potential Iran conflict manipulating prices.
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Public Forum on Oil Subsidies and Religious Rights
A public forum criticizes oil subsidies and GOP House inaction on price controls. Stephen Crockett argues for secular protection of rights while Bill Klein warns against letting belief override basic freedoms.
Rights and Religious Freedom Act Sparks Debate
The Kansas Preservation of Religious Freedom Act prompts strong views on whether fundamental rights apply equally to all. Proponents warn anti discrimination laws could be undermined by religious exceptions, citing extreme interpretations and possible housing discrimination as troubling outcomes.
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Robinson and Davis shine in big scoring duel
Thomas Robinson posted 18 points and 36 minutes with 6 of 17 field goals and 6 of 7 free throws as Davis tallied 6 points on 1 of 10 shooting and 36 minutes. Robinson grabbed 5 offensive rebounds and 17 total. Davis had 16 rebounds and 6 blocks.
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