Insurance move by Kansas official blocks Blue Cross merger
Editorial lauds Insurance Commissioner Kathleen Sebelius for denying the Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas sale to Anthem. It argues the decision preserves current service, curbs potential premium hikes, and balances political risk. Long-term effects remain uncertain, with estimates suggesting $248 million could be added to premiums over five years if Anthem had merged. Sebelius briefed stakeholders across the state and chose what she deemed best for consumers amid rising health care costs.
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California governor race grows complex at GOP convention
Riordan faces sharp attacks from Deukmejian and Jones as Davis ramps up anti Riordan ads with 1.5 million weekly. Simon and others challenge Riordan while past donations to Democrats overshadow his bid. The race features cross messages on education energy and economic issues amid a volatile Republican field.
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Old Home Town in 1902 Editorial Row Over County Printing
The Lawrence Journal on February 13 1902 continues its clash with county commissioners over the courthouse site and notes a separate dispute about county printing. The paper hints it may attack two men behind the printing decision once courthouse matters are aired, signaling ongoing political maneuvering.
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Public Forum: Adoption Need to Help American Children
Reader David Butcher of Lawrence questions why Americans adopt abroad when Kansas has over 1,300 children in need. He notes ongoing poverty and foster care, recalls his own army family adoption in Germany, and urges reforms to place American children with American homes.
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The Mag closure sparks debate over arts paper fate
A reader laments The Mag ending, arguing against homogenization and praising its hip arts focus. The note contrasts The Mag with The Pitch, urging support for a locally distinct arts publication in Lawrence.
CIA operation to the editor
The reader cites a 1952 53 CIA led coup that ousted Mossadegh as groundwork for U S Middle East involvement, noting Shah dependence and oil price aims, referencing a CIA history released under FOIA at a GWU archive. The letter credits Lynn Nelson and points to public NSA archives with a direct URL for details.
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Johnson County Thanks for Nothing
Eric Hockersmith delivers a terse note centered on Johnson County. The brief item conveys a sentiment of frustration or disappointment with little context or detail.
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Lawrence
Witch hunt at City Hall sparks pay review for Wildgen
Commissions give Mr. Wildgen only a 3 percent raise and plan a six month performance review triggering concern from John Hamm who cites a pattern of gruff behavior and questions the motive behind the move. He praises Wildgen’s professionalism and neighborhood work.
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