Snowy sidewalk rule prompts neighborly acts in Lawrence
Editorial reflects on snowfall tests of Lawrence’s sidewalk snow removal ordinance. Readers praise anonymous helpers who clear walks, while others question mandatory shoveling in cold weather. The piece notes volunteers, enforcement challenges, and potential city changes to balance duty, rights, and practicality amid ongoing debate.
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Wake-up call in 9 11 style for Obama and Bush era
The piece contrasts the Christmas Day 2009 airline plot with the 9/11 shocks, noting Bush and Obama faced warnings yet were surprised. It discusses Obama’s broader agenda, foreign and domestic aims, and how the incident may reshape his priorities and leadership tone, amid losses of notable journalists.
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U S must reassess its international reach in 2010
Trudy Rubin argues the United States should scale its global footprint amid shrinking influence after nine years of war in Iraq and Afghanistan. She notes Iraqi politics, a rising threat environment, and warns against a third war, urging cautious engagement and selective aid, recalling a driver Salam who vanished while aiding U.S. forces.
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Public Forum Letters Cover Snow Blowing and Debates
A reader asks snow blowers to blow snow back onto lawns to ease street plowing. The letter also critiques Al Gore and climate models, urges continued debate on global warming, and discusses U S Senate rules and democracy. The Journal-World invites letters up to 250 words with writer contact details.
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