Kansas Earns High Marks in National Higher Education Report
The National Center for Public Policy and Higher Education released its first state by state report card on higher education performance. Kansas earned an A for participation and Bs in four categories, joining New Jersey and Wisconsin as states with top grades overall.
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Pools and betting on football incur legal risk warns county attorney
In a memo to county department heads, County Attorney David Berkowitz warned that pools or betting on football games would lead to prosecution, saying such pools in offices go beyond the law. The item also notes the death of A. Lewis Oswald, a Hutchinson attorney and Kansas Democratic leader, from injuries in a November auto accident. A 1900 Lawrence Journal alert quotes Alexander Monroe on brick shortages delaying paving contracts and Massachusetts Street work, citing contractor delays and transport issues.
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Soft money ban chances loom in post election Senate
Washington Post columnist David Broder reports on McCain Feingold efforts to end soft money. He notes confidence from McCain and Feingold, but cautions that a 50 50 Senate and ongoing opposition from McConnell keep passage uncertain. Bush Gore stance adds to the uncertain path ahead.
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Bush administration lures business with pro growth stance
Newsday notes a Bush Cheney era shaped to be the most business friendly since Coolidge with Dick Cheney aligned to big oil and GM ties. Andrew Card Jr. as chief of staff signals corporate lobbying to shield SUVs and weak fuel rules, while transition fundraising shows soft money flow post election.
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Community voices support for JROTC in public schools
Two Lawrence letters to the Journal World defend adding JROTC to USD 497 curriculum. Marcus J. Kitos argues JROTC boosts discipline teamwork and leadership, while Lee Queen counters concerns that shooting training promotes violence. Both cite safety, career benefits, and community officers’ gun safety work.
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