Berry Plastics plans $20 million warehouse in Douglas County
Lawrence area editorial lauds Berry Plastics expansion with a 600000 square foot facility near Leestown interchange. The plan includes a 90 percent tax abatement for 10 years and up to $600,000 in public improvements. Authors urge support to fuel local jobs and long term tax benefits.
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Obama calls for bold U S investment in education and science
Andres Oppenheimer notes Obama's push to dramatically raise U S spending on teachers in math science and technology and on biomedical research information technology and clean energy while trimming other areas. He argues Latin America needs a Sputnik moment and closer U S cooperation to boost education and innovation across the hemisphere.
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Public Forum on Voter ID and Kobach Policy
Earl Haehl of Lawrence denounces the secretary of state's pursuit of voter fraud measures as insipid and potentially unconstitutional. He notes 105 county clerks share election authority, stresses voting as a sacred right, and says he would challenge Kobach in the 2014 Republican primary.
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Public funds strain state finances prompt reader letters
A flood of letters argues over Kansas finances and public employee budgets while criticizing coverage of national events. Contributors urge belt tightening and question public sector protections, local tax burden, and the impact of recreation facilities on property values amid ongoing fiscal stress.
Kobach smear claim sparks SPLC debate
Haskell Springer argues Kris Kobach mischaracterizes the Southern Poverty Law Center, noting SPLC victories in legal battles for minorities, prisoners, immigrants, and victims of hate groups. The letter asserts Kobach acts as a one man smear group and urges readers to review the online record.
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Letters Policy for The Journal World
The Journal World invites letters to Public Forum under 250 words and public interest. Submissions may be edited for clarity without altering viewpoints. Include name address and phone, and send to Box 888 Lawrence KS 66044 or email letters ijworld com.
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