Editorials Priorities in the Baghdad Museum Loss
The Baghdad National Museum looting is framed as a major cultural disaster. The piece argues against blaming the United States alone, noting other wartime priorities and the transition from dictatorship to upheaval. It defends leaders like Donald Rumsfeld while criticizing simplistic fault assignments and emphasizes the irreversible loss to world memory.
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Inside the Baghdad museum looting debate and Arab responsibility
Washington Post columnist Jim Hoagland argues the Baghdad National Museum looting was not random and scrutiny should focus on internal Iraqi responsibility and Arab world accountability. He questions external blame, notes potential insider access, and urges cultural renewal as Iraq moves toward a model for Arabs.
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Public Forum favors temporary sidewalk dining enclosures
A reader from Lawrence questions permanent fences on Massachusetts Street for outdoor dining, arguing they hinder strolling and street cleaning when the weather is unsuitable. He suggests temporary or portable enclosures, comparing to European practice and asking why Kansas culture requires permanent barriers.
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Towing Safety and Fares Spark Public Debate
A reader argues that high tow costs drive unsafe practices and endanger families, recounting a $130 tow over a short distance and a near fatal crash. The letter links towing rates to risk, calls for fair pricing, and mentions broader concerns about civil liberties and public dissent after 9 11.
Vandalism plea to Phebe over April 5 events in neighborhood
Tanya Pinegar replies to the No control letter in Public Forum defending the right to react to the April 5 incident. She notes the burning of signs and an American flag that was stolen, decrying vandalism as wrong regardless of stance on war. She urges reading articles fully before writing and supports democracy and safety forces.
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Roy Williams leaves KU under Dean Smith shadow
David Reynolds argues Roy Williams quit KU emotionally to join UNC, accusing him of betraying players and recruits and aligning loyalty with Dean Smith. The letter urges continued support for Jayhawks and outlines Journal-World letters policy for submissions.
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