Lawrence weighs storm water task force tonight
Editorial urges careful hiring for a Lawrence storm water management task force amid recent floods. It warns against appointing self serving or agenda driven members and stresses selecting true experts with relevant training to guide future growth and development.
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TV Violence Debate Urges Industry Judgment Over Government Censorship
The piece argues for relying on television industry judgment rather than government rules to regulate violence on American TV. It questions lawmakers seeking to prompt censorship and criticizes parents who abdicate parental responsibility, urging viewers to consider who should decide what is fit for children.
Used CDs and Books Revive the Past in Bargain Stores
They argue that used discs and books sustain culture by offering cheap prices and wide choices. Writers praise second-hand bookstores while music groups fear high new-CD prices drive fans to reuse markets. The piece suggests used technology can save the industry by boosting circulation and discovery.
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Margin was close but mandate is clear line
Washington report questions the wisdom of a White House line praising the budget and economic plan as a mandate. The article argues the measure shows no mandate beyond the moment and is seen as a risky political move rather than a rallying point for Democrats. It contrasts with Clinton’s plurality victory last November.
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Clinton Deficit Plan Falls Short Amid Budget Battle
The plan, praised as deficit cutting and investment for the 21st century, fails to curb entitlement growth and relies on shifts in Medicare and Medicaid costs. It passes by a razor-thin majority after intense White House pressure, leaving Democrats uneasy about the touted victory and the funding of future health care reform.
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Thomas Foley
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Nebraska
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Clinton Promises Jobs Growth and New Direction
President Clinton campaigns on a new economic program promising 8 million jobs over four years while acknowledging short term pain from tax increases and spending cuts. He cites low interest rates as a near term boost, while critics worry the policy may slow growth despite a broader recovery.
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USPS and AP Conventions Notice in Lawrence Kansas
A small newspaper notice from Lawrence Kansas references USPS second class postage payment and membership in the Audit Bureau of Circulations and The Associated Press. It notes standard publisher affiliations and distribution details.
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Letters to the editor defend Confederate flag contrast with battlefields
Maggie Childs criticizes Pat Truly for linking Confederate insignia to Sen Moseley Braun and argues that Confederate flag symbol dishonors slavery while Civil War battlefields honor unity and abolition. She asserts the two are not the same and urges nuanced view.
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Fort Worth Star-Telegram
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U.S. Senate
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Pat
United States
Maggie Childs
N.H
Policy on Letters to the Public Forum
The Journal World invites letters to the Public Forum under a 350 word limit and public interest focus. It reserves the right to edit content without altering viewpoints and prefers shorter letters. letters must include the writer’s name address and telephone number.
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