Mature choice: Lawrence weighs raising cigarette age to 21
The Tobacco-Free Living group in Lawrence plans a city ordinance to raise the legal age for tobacco purchases from 18 to 21, joining Kansas City Kansas and Wyandotte County in similar measures. Officials argue it would curb teen access via social sources and reduce long-term nicotine dependence, while opponents question enforcement and government overreach.
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Kansas
Scalia's Enduring Impact on Liberty and Law
George Will reflects on Antonin Scalia's blend of sharp wit and textualist philosophy, its effect on judicial restraint and the counter majoritarian dilemma. He argues Scalia shaped conservative legal thought, inspired the Federalist Society, and left a lasting influence on debates over democratic legitimacy, the First Amendment, and the role of the court in guarding natural rights.
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Public Education Funding Debates in Kansas Opinion
Lawrence reader Paul Enos argues legislators divert up to 10 million to tax rebates aiding private and parochial schools, extending to individuals and all public schools. He cites underfunding, court rulings, and Brownback era block grants, urging voters to oust officials to save public education.
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Paul Enos
Lawrence
Public Forum supports safe environment at Free State High
Meredith Shaheed writes in response to John Bodle’s Feb 2 letter praising ban on a Confederate flag at Free State High School. She argues the flag’s removal protects students from unsafe environments, urges action against offending expression, and commends administration for creating a respectful school climate.
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John Bodle
Free State High School
Free State
School
Meredith Shaheed
Lawrence
Kansas lawmakers targeted KPERS pension in state budget bill
Deborah Snyder argues in a letter that threats to reduce retirement funds for KPERS betray state workers including teachers, street staff and janitors. She urges unions to act and consider legal action if lawmakers push the plan to balance a contrived deficit.
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Journal-World
KPERS
Kansas
Deborah Snyder
Lawrence
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The Journal World invites letters under 250 words that are of public interest and avoid libelous language. The paper may edit for clarity but not viewpoint. Submitting grants a nonexclusive license to publish and distribute. Include name address and telephone. send to Box 888 Lawrence KS or email letters ijworld.com.
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