Right decision on 15th Street closure plan in Lawrence
Editorial argues moving forward with closing 15th Street Bob Billings Parkway near Iowa Street during construction is prudent. Limited one northbound and southbound lane operation remains, no turns at the intersection, with a potential $100,000 incentive for early completion by Aug 1 to minimize disruption during KU's return period.
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Senate rules clash over filibusters and reform
George Will examines the clash between progressives and conservatives over Senate rules. He notes Reid's push to weaken minority rights, the historical use of cloture, and the constitutional limits on changing rules. The piece contrasts liberal and conservative views on governance and minority protections.
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Old Home Town Expression Of Lawrence Good Fellows
From the Lawrence Daily Journal-World December 24 1912. The Lawrence Order of Good Fellows plans a strong showing of fellowship tonight with many members actively sharing blessings with less fortunate citizens. The piece highlights unprecedented spirit and large participation in the annual charitable event.
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Fair share to the editor over Menards stance
Lawrence reader criticizes Menards for delaying expansion citing a small family business claim. The letter accuses the company of political grandstanding and argues wage earners should get tax relief while the wealthy pay a fair share, referencing President Obama.
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Journal-World
Mark Reaney
Public forum on gun laws and school safety prompts action
A reader letter argues for an assault weapon ban and stronger background checks to protect children in schools. It condemns prayers without policy change, urges accountability by Congress and the NRA, and calls for penalties for gun rule violators and for the Sandy Hook victims’ families. The writer also criticizes societal inaction and notes flags at half staff. Mary Ann Kieffer
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Mary Ann Kieffer
Lawrence
Assault weapons debate after Connecticut school killings
Public Forum comments condemned the use of assault rifles after the December 14 Newtown tragedy in which 20 students and 6 teachers were killed. Critics blamed gun lobby influence and NRA talking points while arguing prayer and faith do not justify mass carnage.
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Gun Control and Vigilance in Schools and Public Spaces
The text calls for strict gun control across campuses from grade school to college and bans guns in theaters churches and stores. It urges background checks for sales and insists on locked storage to prevent child or mentally unstable misuse. It also demands bishops report abusive priests instead of reassigning them and promotes zero tolerance for bullying.
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A Century Too Late to Stop Mass Shootings
Robert T. Curry argues that laws cannot prevent individual crises or copycat violence. He contends new firearm purchaser laws fail to deter perpetrators and warns that sensationalized attention spurs emulation, asserting broader remedies beyond tighter gun control.
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Lawrence
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