Democracy Is A Team Sport On Independence Day
The article urges active civic participation and volunteering to strengthen communities and democracy. It contrasts non involvement with the need for everyone to play a part, citing social capital and prevention of tragedies like Columbine as reasons to commit time and ideas to local groups and elections. It notes holidays as a reminder to give back to communities and the nation.
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U.S
Columbine High School
Littleton
Colo
Americans Reconsider Independence Day Beliefs On Fourth
A Washington Post columnist reflects on July Fourth as a measure of national values and promises. He contrasts American founding ideals with France’s Bastille Day, notes enduring prosperity despite debt concerns, and warns polls showing a sense of being on the wrong track. He references Page Smith and historical tensions between liberty words and slavery reality.
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France
America
United States
Page Smith
Charles Pasqua
Republic
Littleton
Yogi Berra
Dublin
Jim Hoagland
Washington Post Writers Group
Church state partnership gains favor in Congress
In a bid to fund church sponsored efforts to tackle social ills, a movement gains momentum in Congress and the 2000 campaign. Support spans Bush and Gore camps with a House resolution, a sponsor rich bill, and polls showing broad public backing for faith based funding with safeguards.
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Washington
George W. Bush
Texas
al Gore
House
Nbc-Wall Street Journal
Mark Souder
R-Ind
Souder
Bush
Gore
John Lewis
Georgia
James Traficant
Ohio
America
Lewis
Payee ea ola What a city to the editor
Ivo Ivanov praises Lawrence nine years in the city with thanks for its green streets diverse and tolerant culture. He highlights Old West architecture, welcome accents, and a vibrant university scene while expressing gratitude for museums, libraries, arts venues, nightlife, and local commerce.
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Lawrence
Europe
Liberty Hall
Arts Center
Chamber of Commerce
Ivo Ivanov
Letters Policy for Public Forum at The Journal World
The Journal World invites letters to the Public Forum under 350 words of public interest. They should avoid name calling and libelous language and may be edited to preserve viewpoint. Letters must include the writer’s name address and telephone number and may be submitted by email to letters ljworld.com.
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Journal-World
Ljworld.com
Inge Memorial Theatre dedication invites several celebrities
In 1974 Kansas University planned a July 12 dedication for the William Inge Memorial Theatre inviting entertainment figures from Inge plays. Officials expected many to attend but no count was given. KU Affimative Action director Shirly Gilham said standards would meet affirmative action guidelines. Lawrence traffic during July 4 was calm with three minor incidents and no injuries. The 1899 World reported the first riverfront Fourth of July celebration with 10 cent seats at Tennessee street and a warning about trains.
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Shirly Gilham
Affirmative Action
Inge
William Inge
Lawrence World
Tennessee Street
Watkins Community Museum
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