Public Forum on Presidential Immunity and the Supreme Court
Dan V. Johnson argues the Supreme Court in a Trump v United States decision wrongly grants former presidents immunity from prosecution for official acts. He asserts the ruling is unclear and fatal, calling for a motion for reconsideration and noting the DC Circuit's precedent that a president is not above the law. He warns about potential national security damage from unchecked executive power. Lawrence Kansas.
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Readers invited to submit letters to the editor
Local readers are encouraged to share their views in letters to the editor. Submissions should be 250 words or fewer and may be sent by email to letters Ijworld.com.
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Population numbers miss living reality of Americans
Froma Harrop argues that population counts mislead by focusing on totals rather than living conditions. She notes growth differences across cities, aging demographics, and education levels shaping birth rates, retirement, and work trends, urging a shift to viewing aging and retirement as challenges to be managed.
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Lightning strikes Mrs King barber shop in 1899
The Lawrence Daily World notes Mrs King’s barber shop was struck by lightning injuring her and a visitor, with fire damage reported. Three youths robbed Joe Wind’s butcher shop in broad daylight. Officer Jeans arrested them around 4 pm and recovered much of the money. A washout near Ottawa delays a train as heavy rains occur.
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Court Immunity Sparks Debate Over Republic's Fate
Keith Raffel argues the Supreme Court's Trump v United States ruling risks the republic. He cites Dobbs v Jackson and Sotomayor's dissent to warn that six justices created an atextual immunity. Raffel urges expanding the court to 15 justices, urging Democratic victory in November to defend constitutional values.
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