Kansans weigh local tax to fund 911 cell tracing
The Kansas House moved preliminary approval of a bill allowing counties to tax wireless devices up to 75 cents a month to fund enhanced 911 services including cellular caller location. Douglas County supports the plan citing fairness and rising cell use, while a parallel Senate bill favors statewide taxation.
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Richest Are Winners in Bush Tax Plan Debate
The piece argues the Bush tax bill favors the top 1 percent, citing Leon Panetta and Mark Shields. It contrasts 1993 tax increases with 2001 cuts, warning of diminished fiscal discipline and greater inequality. It notes top earners gain disproportionately while bottom 90 percent see modest gains.
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Phonics debate over Animated Literacy program
A reader letter questions Animated Literacy in early reading, citing USC 497 test scores showing poor reading results across Lawrence schools. The writer argues Ms Morrison should be held accountable for Broken Arrow results and notes Linda Weinmaster's past volunteering with Omaha/Miller led to adopting explicit phonics and district gains.
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Public Forum Urges Phonics Over Magic in Reading Fix
Jeanne Sherman of Lawrence urges educators to embrace explicit phonics, citing a disappointing USD 497 reading scorecard. She notes many area families tutor their children with Linda and urges the district to seek proven ideas used elsewhere in the country.
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Coach Washington under fire over Feb piece on Jayhawks women
Renate R Mai-Dalton of Lawrence criticizes LJW sports editor Chuck Woodling for a Feb 2 article titling Down season not typical for Jayhawks' women's team. She cites racist remarks and alleged hostile coverage affecting coach Washington amid a tough season and Town State injuries.
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Amtrak's 21st century hopes rise with new capital plan
A century of debate frames Amtrak as a marginal transport option but momentum grows for a nationwide rail revival. The plan seeks 1.5 billion yearly for 20 years to modernize rail, with 50 million per mile to add Interstate 95 capacity in Connecticut, while highways and air travel face delays and congestion. The Senate shows 51 sponsors, signaling shifting support for expanded rail.
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Letters Policy for The Journal World Public Forum
The Journal-World invites letters to the Public Forum, advising they be 350 words or less and address public interest. Writers must include name, address and telephone number, with submissions possible by email to letters at ijworld.com.
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