Yoder Nudity Incident Sparks Editorials and Fallout
U S Rep Kevin Yoder faces sharp commentary after a 10 second naked swim in the Sea of Galilee during a congressional fact finding trip to Israel. The controversy risks shaping debate in Kansas 3rd District where Libertarian Joel Balam is his only opponent. Democrats vow a stronger candidate in 2014. Governor observers note redistricting and voter apathy reduce competition, but party strategists stress the need for viable candidates and issue discussion before the November 6 election.
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Uruguay weighs state run marijuana sales plan
In an extended interview President Jose Mujica signals Uruguay may legalize cannabis with a state controlled system to import produce market and distribute marijuana. He argues regulation could deprive traffickers of a market while offering treatment and revenue for social programs.
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Debate reform ideas for presidential contests
Cal Thomas argues that the current debate format is antiquated and biased toward liberal moderators. He proposes alternatives including public moderator selection, candidate chosen panelists, candidate-to-candidate questioning, a former president on the panel, or appointing noted political figures as questioners to boost engagement and reflect ideological diversity.
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Public Forum on City Debt and Library Bond Plan
Lawrence reader H Millard Klein questions city borrowing for a new library building and rec center while criticizing plans for garbage pickup changes and recycling. He asks if city running recycling could be cost effective, notes hydraulics limits, and urges road maintenance and reuse of existing spaces.
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Letters Policy From The Journal World Emphasizes Public Interest
The Journal World invites letters to the Public Forum under a 250 word limit and asks writers to avoid name calling and libelous language. It reserves the right to edit for clarity while keeping viewpoints intact and requires the author to provide name address and a telephone number. Submissions may be mailed to Box 888 Lawrence KS 66044 or emailed to letters at ijworld com.
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