Satellite advance voting could boost Kansas turnout
Douglas County Clerk Jamie Shew urged a Kansas House panel to allow satellite advance voting sites beyond large counties. He cited convenience and higher turnout potential, noting 19.7 percent statewide used advance ballots in November 2006 and that more locations could lift participation. He argued Election Day dynamics have changed and more accessible options are needed.
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Parting shot from Lawrence official on stepping down
Mike Rundle announces he will not seek re election to the Lawrence City Commission. He urges constructive public discourse and asks local business leaders to denounce unrelenting nastiness online. He notes civility online and in era of eight years in public life is essential for all residents.
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Old Hometown Years Ago in 1907
Lawrence Daily World notes a day of rail wrecks across America led by Indiana incidents with fatalities at De Soto and widespread injuries and damage. Weber Piano Factory hires rise to 40 workers with plans to hire more toward a total of 200. Probate judge Hugh Means caps indecent acts trial by Greek Coutrakon against Mabel Coy and temperance groups prep a push against liquor legislation in Topeka.
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Obama faces two key hurdles in bid for White House
Leonard Pitts Jr notes Barack Obama seeks to form an exploratory committee to raise funds for a possible presidential run. He cautions that inexperience and race culture could hinder a historic bid in a wary electorate, though Obama’s judgment and reasonableness may offset concerns.
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Rice's single status sparks war critique from senator
Fort Worth Star-Telegram columnist Lindy Campbell notes Sen. Barbara Boxer pressed Condoleezza Rice on sacrifices during the Iraq war hearing. The piece highlights reactions from Rice, White House aides, and Sen. Chuck Hagel about military families paying the price, with questions on Afghanistan and casualty estimates.
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