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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Aug 13, 2010
Page
5
Kansas University reports on campus housing tightness with residence halls at 93 percent capacity and scholarship halls fully occupied. The cooperative living system, begun in the 1920s and expanded since 1992, combines lower costs with communal duties and strong academic outcomes, boasting a 3.3 GPA for residents.
The piece argues Ground Zero is defined by those who suffered there and criticizes using the site for a mosque. It reflects on sacredness tied to martyrdom and collective memory, warning against exploiting tragedy for directional or political aims.
Charles Krauthammer argues against placing a mosque near Ground Zero, citing respect for sacred sites and the need for zoning and community standards. He cites historical precedents and urges relocation to avoid offense, noting religious freedom does not justify location. He identifies Imam Feisal Abdul Rauf’s proposal as controversial and stresses location matters in public space.
Public forum letter argues nonpartisan judicial selection works in Kansas and across states Alaska Indiana Iowa Missouri Nebraska South Dakota Wyoming and DC. It contends lawyers on nominating committees aid judge quality and counters a right wing effort to politicize selections. Robert Casad praises Kansas nonpartisan system as effective and bipartisan.
A letter criticizes local leaders for high taxes and rising costs. It argues fixed income residents face burdens from rate hikes by Westar Black Hills Energy and local levies including sales and trash taxes. It cites mills increases and questions budget choices affecting residents.
Lawrence school board delayed a decision on whether ninth graders stay in junior high or move to the high school. A middle school study committee of parents teachers and administrators was formed. The city and Kansas University agreed to host a rock festival at Potter Lake with police aid if needed, but the concert was canceled at the last hour due to the main act's absence.
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