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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 27, 2000
Page
6
Editorial urges legislative action to enforce the Kansas Open Meetings Act and Open Records Act. Proposes a public access officer to set copying fees and handle complaints, with appeals to district court, plus potential audio taping of executive sessions to prevent misreporting and improve enforcement.
George Will argues that while virtual voting could appear to expand participation, it risks undermining civic rituals and turnout. He cites low Iowa turnout in 2000, historical participation rates, and debates over Internet ballots in Arizona and California as signs of potential consequences for democratic engagement.
Ex New Jersey senator Bradley faces a poor Iowa result after a costly, early bid to slow Al Gore. He described the race as uphill against entrenched power as Gore's momentum carried the day. Bradley's $2.2 million TV push failed to halt Gore's lead.
Sandy Grady surveys a bruising Iowa caucus for Bill Bradley and Al Gore as Gore gains in New Hampshire while Bush and McCain show strength. The piece notes Bradley’s health questions and a tougher, more attack-driven Gore, with Alan Keyes stirring the conservative wing and Iowa’s role as a historic kickoff fading.
James Harder of Boston writes to defend Roy Williams after his chastisement of Kansas fans for not cheering loudly enough during a Colorado game. He compares KU crowds unfavorably to Syracuse UConn showcases and urges Kansas to match away enthusiasm on national TV.
Dr. Kristin Neuhaus responds to anger over protestors at her abortion clinic. She notes the irony of comparing door blockings at a fur store or a slaughterhouse with those at her facility, and comments on the heated dispute in Lawrence. The Journal-World urges readers to submit public letters under its policy.
OLD HOME TOWN Consultants said the Kaw River bridge in Lawrence is not in critical condition but requires extensive repairs to remain usable until a new bridge is built. Repairs are projected to cost over 200000 dollars. John Robinson, longtime Lawrence Union Pacific Railroad agent, died at 89 after 65 years of service.
In 1960 Maud Smith, 68, was bludgeoned to death in her basement at 420 Ind. Police named a suspect but withheld the name while seeking whereabouts. Neighbors sought extra protection until an arrest. In 1900 the Lawrence World reported a cooking school at the Presbyterian church with Miss Andrews teaching candy mixing and chafing dishes, tickets 25 cents.
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