New era for Kansas as Brownback confirmed ambassador
The Senate confirmed Gov. Sam Brownback as ambassador at large for international religious freedom in a 50 to 49 vote. He will resign as governor as Lt. Gov. Jeff Colyer takes over, ushering in a fresh leadership era for Kansas amid debate over his earlier tax policy and state finances.
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Former spy chiefs speak up in Trump era media spotlight
Washington Post columnist David Ignatius notes five ex directors Hayden Panetta Morell Brennan Clapper and McLaughlin now offer TV commentary. They share expertise but risk feeding deep state conspiracy theories and eroding public trust in intelligence agencies amid political clashes.
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First European settlers land in Australia at Sydney
Recap of historic events on January 26 including Captain Arthur Phillip leading the first European settlers to present day Sydney, a Lisbon earthquake and tsunami with tens of thousands dead, Benjamin Franklin favoring the turkey over the bald eagle, and Woodrow Wilson signing the Rocky Mountain National Park Act establishing America’s tenth national park.
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Lawrence hosts second-best team in state yet again
To the editor Lawrence is urged to back a mental health crisis center with separate funding from jail expansion. A recent suicide threat at Lawrence Memorial Hospital underscores need for services. County plan includes mental health substance abuse treatment and housing. The writer criticizes commissioners for bundling funding on one ballot item and notes viable separation options previously outlined.
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Public Forum on jail expansion plan and crisis center toll
Commissioners approved ballot language tying jail expansion to the mental health crisis center, risking the center’s funding. Voters should support the crisis center independently, while the jail proposal deserves separate consideration.
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Letter to the Editor on KU and Confucius Institutes
Gary Bjorge questions KU’s link to Chinese funded Confucius Institutes citing The Economist. He notes two articles on Chinese influence, neither mentioning KU, while one says cash strapped universities rely on Confucius Institutes for language classes.
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