Kansas lawmakers scramble as school funding error looms
Editorial notes Kansas lawmakers miscalculated the school funding bill by about 80 million per year, despite a court deadline and a June 30 potential school closure. It criticizes last minute passage, calls for fixes, and cites consultant guidance urging 2 billion more yearly funding.
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Controversial activist Shaun King detained at JFK airport
Shaun King, known for Black Lives Matter work, says a CBP agent pulled him from line at JFK after returning from Egypt. He describes a tense, questioning exchange about his work and a threat of intimidation. King defends his rights and questions if the incident was routine or politically motivated.
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Old Home Town: Assault on Capt Henry Learned in 1868
Yesterday afternoon an unprovoked assault occurred in this city as Wallace accused Capt Henry Learned wagon maker of lying and struck him, biting a large piece from his jaw. The wound was bad but not dangerous. Reprinted with permission from local writer Sarah St John. Visit DailyLawrence History on Facebook for more.
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From Ypres to Doha Washington on chemical weapons policy
George Will surveys 20th and 21st century chemical weapons use from 1915 to modern Syria. He critiques treaties and U.S. policy, arguing for measured, congressionally authorized action and warning that pivotal leadership and open societies are eroding amid global disorder.
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