Kansas governor proposes $10 million for regional mental health networks
Editorials note the Connecticut gun violence incident raises demand for mental health services and highlight Gov. Sam Brownback's plan to divert $10 million from existing funding to create regional networks and a task force to reform Kansas mental health care. Critics warn of reduced funds elsewhere and call for concrete implementation and safeguards. The piece argues some funding increases may be justified to prevent crises and jail depopulation, though the path remains uncertain.
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Hagel hearings push national security drama and questions
George Will outlines a Senate hearing scene on Chuck Hagel for defense secretary. The piece notes expected confirmation, Schumer’s stance, and a volley of pointed questions on Vietnam lessons, Iraq, Iran, Israel, Cuba, Panetta’s cuts, naval fleets, drone warfare, NATO, and U.S. global posture, reflecting a spirited national security debate.
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Squirrels in Lawrence Cause Citywide Concern
The January 17 1913 Law rence Daily Journal World reports ongoing complaints about boys shooting squirrels. Police tour the west side yields little change as east side killings continue. A woman laments five pet squirrels killed last night, urging action by the city and juvenile court.
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Torture works debate shows limits of power in America
Miami Herald columnist Leonard Pitts Jr argues that the question is not whether torture yields results but whether it is morally right. He cites Waterboarding and other methods depicted in Zero Dark Thirty, contrasts with rights for drunk drivers and criminals, and warns that power unrestrained by humanity harms national moral authority.
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