Ignorance as a defense in public leadership debates
Editorial argues the "I didn't know" defense by officials, coaches, and executives is a weak shield for misconduct. It cites Clinton, Lay, Missouri and Colorado cases, Nixon era plausible deniability, and stresses leaders must monitor subordinates and accept real responsibility.
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Clinton
Kenneth Lay
Enron Corp
Lay
Enron
Missouri University
Quin Snyder
Colorado University
Gary Barnett
Barnett
CU Board of Regents
Nixon
Boomer culture war still divides nation decades after Vietnam era
In a long view of the 1960s conflict over John Kerry and Vietnam, David Broder argues the bitter divide among baby boomers persists. He recalls Marilyn Quayle and Barbara Bush at the 1992 GOP convention and notes how disputes over Vietnam have haunted politics for decades. The piece foresees a future shift when boomers age out of power as a remedy for ongoing polarization.
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Washington
John Kerry
Vietnam
Houston
Barbara Bush
Marilyn Quayle
Dan Balz
Clintons
Quayles
United States
Kerry
Swift Boat Veterans For Truth
John McCain
Bush
Swift Boaters
David Broder
Washington Post Writers Group
Kerry faces swift boat veterans over Vietnam record
Orlando Sentinel columnist Myriam Marquez notes Kerry’s anger at swift boat leaders who criticize his Vietnam claims while previously praising him. She highlights Hoffmann, Lonsdale, Elliott, and others, and contrasts veteran polls showing slipping support with Bush. She urges an end to old feuds and focusing on current issues.
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John Kerry
Swift Boat
Kerry
Swift
Roy Hoffmann
Hoffmann
Boston Globe
Adrian Lonsdale
New York Times
Senate
George Elliott
Bush
CBS
Swift Boat Veterans For
527
Vietnam
Texas Air National Guard
U.S
Myriam Marquez
Orlando Sentinel
Mmarquez
Orlandosentinel
Old Hometown: 1904 Lawrence notes and local views
The item surveys 1904 Lawrence concerns from beef price dips to future increases, a get-out-the-vote push for the November 3 elections, and remarks on Perry Lake and local civic projects. It includes U.S. Rep. Robert Ellsworth’s praise for Perry Lake and notes on encampment visits to Topeka, plus cautions about public funds misuse and shady oil ventures.
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Lawrence
Perry Lake
U.S
Robert Ellsworth
Kansas
Lawrence Daily World
Lecompton
Topeka
YMCA
PUBLIC FORUM Medals merited in Kerry Thurlow debate
The letter challenges differing accounts of how John Kerry and Larry Thurlow earned Bronze Stars. It argues a 35 year later biased witness vs an independent postwar investigation, contending medals are only issued after proper debrief and review. The writer urges trust in the Defense Department’s medal process.
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John Kerry
Larry Thurlow
Kerry
Défense Department
Thurlow
Defense Department
Attacks on Kerry Viet Nam service spark public letter
Ron Buskirk defends Sen John Kerry against hostile criticism praising liberty and justice while cautioning against personal attacks and political gain. The Journal World notes letter guidelines including 250 word limit and required name and contact details.
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John Kerry
America
Suring
Sen. Kerry
Ron Buskirk
Lawrence
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