Low Faculty Interest Chains Kansas Governance
Apathy plagues Kansas University governance as the Faculty Senate, with about 1 300 members, rarely reaches a quorum. Professors Swartz and Farman discuss why campus governance sustains little attention and how lack of credit for governance work affects participation.
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Kansas University
Senate
Evelyn Swartz
Swartz
William Scott
Scott
University Council
University Senate
Morris Farman
Farman
University
Senate bans outside speaking fees in campaign reform bill
The Senate approved an amendment attaching an honoraria ban to a campaign finance reform bill by a 77-23 vote. The measure would bar outside speaking fees starting next January, despite current limits of 27 337 dollars annually. Senator Byrd and Senator Dodd criticized the practice as eroding public trust, noting past honoraria totals and calling for public-funded salaries.
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Washington
Senate
Robert C. Byrd
Christopher Dodd
D-Conn
Dodd
Bush vows to press plan to cut deficit
President Bush pledged to press Democrats to deliver a deficit reduction plan by week’s end while White House officials said no deadline exists. Republicans cite a $500 billion five year target and threaten a sequester if talks fail. Lawmakers expect intensified budget talks after summer recess.
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Bush
Washington
White House
Congress
House Budget Committee
Leon Panetta
House
Senate
GOP
Index Signals Sluggish U.S. Economy Outlook
Washington AP reports the Index of Leading Economic Indicators, used to forecast activity six to nine months ahead, shows a revised 0.7 percent rise, suggesting no recession for the remainder of the year while highlighting a slower economy.
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Washington
ofin _pthe
Commerce Nt
Fice
Republicans choose in Douglas County District 1 race
Republicans Mark Buhler and Ellis Hayden vie for the 1st Douglas County Commission seat in a race to face Democrat Mike Rundle in November. Both stress ties to Lawrence with Buhler backing a south Lawrence trafficway and Hayden favoring a voter decision. Nancy Hiebert will leave the post after two terms.
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Douglas County Commission
Mark Buhler
Ellis Hayden
Douglas County
Nancy Hiebert
Buhler
South Lawrence
Hayden
Hiebert
Douglas County Commissioner Candidates Highlight Local Ties
Mark Buhler emphasizes strong Douglas County roots and civic duty as he seeks a county commission seat in Lawrence. He notes Lawrence’s inclusive voice and aims for equal representation while a partner at Stephens Real Estate. Ellis Hayden campaigns for the 1st District, citing choice in candidacy after prior city commission runs and coin shop work in downtown Lawrence.
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Buhler
Hayden
Mike Rundle
Lawrence
Stephens Real Estate
Quantrill
Lawrence-Douglas County
Mark Buhler
Douglas County
Stephens Real Exstate
Ellis Hayden
Douglas County Commission
Nancy Herbert
Gene therapy potential expands to treat incurable diseases
A federal panel approved two NIH proposals to test gene therapy for inherited immune disorders and lethal skin cancer. If FDA approval follows, this marks a pivotal step toward a new medical era, with experts promising a revolutionary impact on cancer, diabetes, and inherited conditions.
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Washington
National Institutes of Health
W. French Anderson
NIH
Steven Rosenberg
Food and Drug Administration
Anderson
Rosenberg
Nolan Ryan joins 300-win club with 11-3 victory
Texas star Nolan Ryan earned his 300th win as he led the Rangers to an 11-3 win over the Milwaukee Brewers on Tuesday night. Officials note the milestone places him among baseball's 20 300-game winners.
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Texas
Nolan Ryan
Brewers
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