Obama 2012 re election bid fuels national divide warnings
Editorial questions Obama 2012 campaign strategy and its focus on class and wealth. It argues the address at George Washington University signals a shift toward welfare state goals and divisive rhetoric. The piece warns of a bitter campaign shaped by debt crises and fear tactics ahead of the election.
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Egypt's three leaders shape postrevolution politics
Egyptian leaders Amr Moussa Mohammed El Baradei and Naguib Sawiris emerge as senior voices guiding Egypt's transition to democracy They share fears about fast elections religious tensions street security and a looming economic downturn They back a market economy with social protections seek secular governance and continued US ties Moussa plans a single four year term El Baradei runs with Social Democratic Party Sawiris warns against an Iranian style regime and all urge time to build democratic institutions.
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Public Forum on Voter ID Costs and Local Engagement
A Lawrence Kansas editorials discuss the 2012 2013 voter ID law costs and burdens. League of Women Voters warns the requirement will disenfranchise elderly disabled and poor while funding gaps and local costs remain unbudgeted. Residents praise turnout concerns and urge civic participation.
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What the Lawrence Journal-World stands for
Public forum policy outlines the Journal-World purpose and letters guidelines. It specifies 250 word limit, public interest, no libel, editable by editors, and a license to publish. Writers must include name address and phone number and may submit by mail or email.
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Tornado hits Lawrence area in 1911 disaster
Readmore old home town notes recall a 1911 tornado that swept through Lawrence causing two deaths and many injuries. The storm damaged the business district, factories, mills and homes, with widespread property loss and shattered windows along Massachusetts Street.
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