Quorum Quandary in Congress Draws Criticism
An editorial laments sparse floor time in the Senate led by Tom Daschle and similar patterns in the House. It notes late arrivals, fundraising draws, and limited midweek activity, arguing fewer bills may oddly reduce pork-barrel spending while urging citizen awareness of a crowded legislative agenda.
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Blue racer snake sighting forecast foreshadowed rain
The Lawrence Journal on April 22 1902 foresees rain after noting a search by Howe of the Atchison Globe for a blue racer snake. The Globe reports Church White and the Globe editor failed to locate the snake, but Sam Young killed one in the southern part of the country. The snake measured three feet and rain is expected within three days.
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Watkins Community Museum
Global polarization and shifting moods in post 9 11 politics
Jim Hoagland surveys how terrorism and Middle East conflict deepen global polarization. He notes France's election mood, Le Pen's rise, Chirac and Jospin fronts, and Arab leadership tensions with Powell. The piece calls for measured response amid fear, xenophobia, and tactical postures by Bush allies and rivals.
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Jim Hoagland
Washington Post Writers Group
Public Forum Letter Challenges Bias in Middle East Debate
Dana Dyer of Lawrence questions perceived pro Israel bias in letters and responses about Israel and the Palestinians. She argues dissent is silenced by partisans and cites sources on human rights to claim Israel’s actions deserve scrutiny. She asserts she is not ignorant or anti Semitic and invites open discussion.
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Lawrence
Education budget concerns spark student letter from Quail Run
A fifth grader at Quail Run Elementary expresses frustration over cuts to intramural sports running clubs school nurse counselor and library aides. She questions state health and fitness priorities in the budget and notes parental willingness to pay higher taxes. The letter cites President Bush’s education promises and urges public input through The Journal World letters policy noting required name address and phone number.
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