Kobach urged teens to return to class at gun rally
Kansas Secretary of State Kris Kobach stirred a pro gun crowd by telling students to go back to class and study the Second Amendment during a Statehouse rally. The candidate for governor faces scrutiny over voter suppression, court contempt, and ties to gun manufacturing. Kansans are urged to vote in the Aug. 7 GOP primary.
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What Dems can learn from Macron
Washington Post columnist Marc Thiessen argues that Macron and Trump show how respectful disagreement can coexist with cooperation. He urges Democrats to emulate Macron by treating the president with dignity, seek common ground on infrastructure and immigration issues, and avoid partisan hostility that blocks bipartisan progress.
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Cisterns Sought on Massachusetts Street in 1868
Kansas Daily Tribune notes Mayor Kimball seeking bids to build two cisterns on Massachusetts street. Also promotes H Benns dry goods at 137 Massachusetts street offering a large, affordable stock and inviting Kansas citizens to visit. Reprinted from Sarah St. John with online Urban Lawrence History page.
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The Journal World invites signed letters under 250 words. Avoid name calling and libelous language. Include a phone number. By submitting you acknowledge the paper may edit letters without changing viewpoints. Submissions: mail P O Box 888 Lawrence KS 66044 or email letters ljworld com.
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Effective leaders to the editor on Douglas County issues
A Lawrence writer praises local governance over 20 years, highlighting public services, future planning, and a coalition including Lawrence Memorial Hospital, Bert Nash, Heartland, and DCCCA. They urge a yes vote on the sales tax referendum to fund jail space expansion and mental health services, aiming to slow rail-space growth and boost mental health resources.
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Lawrence Star Continues Bright Run in Kansas
Lawrence context notes Roger McCollister stating Lawrence remains the brightest star in Kansas. McCollister highlights Lawrence’s prominence and ongoing visibility within the state’s competitive scene.
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Jail opposition to new Douglas County jail proposal
Harrison Baker argues against a Douglas County jail, contending mass incarceration harms families and communities. He cites Democratic platform calls for reform and urges a no vote, warning mental health services could be harmed by the proposal.
Unfair Grocery Tax Debate in Douglas County
Douglas County residents argue the states full sales tax on groceries is unfair. They claim the Brownback experiment worsened poverty with higher costs for the working poor while landlords and the wealthy pay far less. Deborah Snyder.
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