Regents Debate Concealed Carry In Higher Education
The Kansas Board of Regents at Valley Falls retreat debated the impact of the new state law allowing concealed carry on public college campuses. They weigh where handguns should be prohibited, consider 850 plus campus buildings, and urge lawmakers to reconsider the measure while noting divisions among regents and calling for a unified stance.
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Beer Served Wet Goods in Eudora 1913 Raid
Sheriff Cummings and Douglas county officers raided a house near the Eudora picnic grounds and found beer on the table with tops removed. They were told Ed Deck was running a flourishing wet goods operation in a cool, pleasant lunch room described as one of Kansas nicest by the local paper.
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Read more Old Home Town at LJWorld history page
Lawrence readers can explore Old Home Town coverage at LJWorld com history section. This feature compiles historical notes, photos and anecdotes about Lawrence origins, early families, and notable landmarks across decades. Archive items highlight local growth, streets, and community evolution.
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Obama asserts executive power over ACA rewrite in provocative ruling
George Will contends Barack Obama overstepped constitutional bounds by delaying and reshaping the employer mandate of the Affordable Care Act. The piece argues the president consulted businesses and claimed authority to modify laws, while critics say such action bypasses separation of powers. It contrasts Nixon’s dubious claims with Obama’s broader rewrite and highlights subsidized congressional staff who would benefit from the change.
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End the War on Drugs A sea change in justice
Leonard Pitts Jr argues that the War on Drugs has eroded equal protection and harmed communities, urging a shift from incarceration to education and health. He highlights AG Holder’s stance against mandatory minimums and a federal court ruling against stop and frisk, calling for real repair and reform.
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Public Forum Critique of Republican Party Stance in Kansas
In a frank opinion, David Lambertson of Winchester laments the GOP's obstruction in Congress since 2010 and criticizes Kansas Republicans for tax cuts favoring the wealthy, stricter voter rules, and ALEC influence. He condemns abortion limits, concealed carry in public spaces, and education funding cuts, noting the difficulty of remaining a Republican amid these shifts.
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