Editorial: Athens Hosts Games Amid Heightened Olympic Security
The Athens flame arrival tests security for the 2004 Games with 1,500 police, hidden personnel, and city closures. Despite ideals of peace, Greece faces strikes, unfinished venues, and a multi hundred million dollar security plan including cameras, helicopters, a no fly zone, and NATO help amid renewed fears of violence.
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Road to Iraq’s victory unclear amid fierce fighting
George Will argues that Iraq mirrors a three-block war where Marines must blend force with ideas to curb insurgents who threaten supply lines and democracy. He cites Krulak’s three-block war concept, the need for overwhelming force, and the long road to stabilized sovereignty as U.S. and allied efforts strain under insurgent tactics and international politics.
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KU approves merger of men’s and women’s athletic programs
KU Chancellor Archie Dykes approves a July 1 merger of the men’s and women’s athletic programs under Title IX rules. Bob Marcum will direct overall operations while Marian Washington remains associate director and head coach of women’s basketball. Separately, a severe storm in Douglas County injured three and destroyed or damaged at least 20 homes, with losses over 250000. Callie Lewis and Daisy Petefish plus her son George were among those injured.
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Public Forum Letters Reflect Local Health and War Debates
Public letters urge government action on health and safety while debating Libertarian limits. Retired Maj. Gen. Greg Gardner urges FEMA disaster training for Lawrence leaders, and Iris Smith Fischer praises a Lawrence Arts Center production. Carl H. Lande defends Iraq war policy. Journal-World invites public forum submissions.
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