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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Feb 09, 2010
Page
6
The piece argues for raising Kansas alcohol taxes to support mental health funding and budget needs, noting similar rationale as cigarette tax hikes. It discusses beer wine and liquor taxes, health care costs, youth deterrence, and cross border purchase concerns in the Kansas City area, urging policy action.
Trudy Rubin recalls Salam a trusted Iraqi driver and fixer who helped U.S. troops against Mahdi Army violence and now sits jailed on false murder charges. His imprisonment reflects Iraqs post occupation dangers for those who aided foreigners and the influence of sectarian factions in a system built on personal connections.
Gail Kernes of Lawrence recounts choosing Hillcrest Elementary for its global diversity and strong standards after relocation to Kansas. She criticizes a potential school closure that would force families to uproot plans and leave the neighborhood she helped rebuild.
Anne Miller argues against tax increases for school changes, while noting Lawrence’s dynamic community. She contends that change can be necessary and should be discussed to avoid adverse effects and unforeseen consequences.
A reader advocates continued tax funding for local services, arguing taxes reflect community covenants and responsibility. The letter cites a local leader who values tax payments as a civic privilege and urges broader understanding of tax support. Steve Bradt.
A letter urges voters to oppose outside money in campaigns, arguing corporations do not vote and urging support for candidates with minimal contributions from nonvoting people. It cites CitiCorp money drowning local voices and promotes a public forum for letters to the Journal-World in Lawrence, Kansas.
Gov. John Carlin says liquor by the drink would pass in both House and voters. Senate already approved the measure by one vote. Two pounds of cocaine seized in two drug arrests. district attorney Jim Flory cites a $90,000 street value. A man hospitalized in a blind stupor suspected to be from a Purple Bomb LSD and strychnine mix.
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