Editorial urges transparency in proposed Community Improvement District tax
The Lawrence city commission considers a 1 percent sales tax at four businesses near 23rd Street and Ousdahl Road under a Community Improvement District. Developers lack a concrete plan for Hobby Lobby and want escrowed funds until a plan is approved. The editorial argues tax before plan risks oversight and calls for transparent budgeting before any levy.
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Constitutionalism as anchor of a conservative future
Charles Krauthammer argues constitutionalism, rooted in originalism, reframes governance beyond symbolic flag debates. He notes the shift from limited government to perceived social need, the health care mandate as constitutional precedent, and questions whether Republicans will truly curb spending and entitlements while stressing the need for careful, principled reform.
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Boehner’s inaugural speech lacks substance and specifics
Ruth Marcus criticizes the new House speaker John Boehner for delivering a rhetoric heavy, substance light pledge. The piece contrasts Boehner with Newt Gingrich and Nancy Pelosi, questions bipartisanship promises, and questions changes to pay-go rules that ease deficits.
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Old Home Town Years Ago in 1986
A 1986 Lawrence bulk sheriff sale of delinquent taxes drew about 30 bidders and raised 34430 for Douglas County. Of 23 properties, only a few included houses, with two commanding bids of 7500 and 10000. Other lots sold from 500 to 2000 as lenders offered 10.75 percent 30 year fixed mortgages. Don Fambrough named KU football coach amid UCLA changes. Sophia Loren tops Worst Dressed list by Mr Blackwell.
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