Kansas tax system eyes overhaul after milk liquor gap
Editorial notes Kansas residents pay more sales tax on milk than liquor in many cities as state lawmakers face a broad review. It highlights rising state sales tax to 6.3 percent, planned 2013 drop, and a food tax burden amid exemptions and a hodgepodge structure needing comprehensive reform.
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April Holman
Kansas Action For Children
Marci Francisco
Iran options may threaten US security and risk war
Trudy Rubin argues the United States faces a grim choice between a nuclear Iran or a possible US or Israeli strike. Sanctions may not curb Tehran quickly, and a future decision could lead to broader conflict. A third option and containment are debated, with experts warning against overly narrow choices.
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Leon Panetta
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Robert Gates
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Benjamin Netanyahu
Western
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Hamas
Gulf
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Old Home Town notes on education and industry
Lawrence Daily World reminiscence notes Dr Maurice Parmelee arguing universities are secular and focus on truth, not godliness A Lawrence committee will consider locating a 10000 dollar creamery and milk products plant to produce butter and condensed milk in Lawrence Readmore Old Home Town compiled by Sarah St John Readmore from LJWorld history archive
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Naming new conference should be regional and positive
Howard Duncan of Lecompton urges the Big 12 successor to adopt a regional, upbeat name such as Prairie or Midland. He calls for transparency in distributing complimentary tickets for KU athletics, including public records of who gets seats, to heal fan trust after the basketball ticket scandal.
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Great Prairie
Great Midland
Kansas University
KU Athletics
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Lecompton
Tax and budget revolt over corporate tax cuts sparks public outcry
Dennis Stauffer of Lawrence voices frustration at corporate outsourcing and wage inequality, arguing tax cuts for the rich fueled debt and demand restraint. He urges limits on spending and rejects further taxes or debt while urging budget cuts at local government. The Journal-World notes letters must include name address and phone number and offers submission details.
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Dennis Stauffer
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