Editorial warns Lecompton post office move risks loss
An editorial criticizes the July 16 routing shift from Lecompton to Perry, arguing it could downgrade or close the town post office. It notes Lecompton’s historic sites, growth potential, and proximity to I 70, urging state and local officials to press USPS to reconsider the decision. Local residents and officials join in opposition.
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Lawrence and Topeka officials discuss Clinton Lake resort plan
About 20 business and government leaders from Lawrence and Topeka met to discuss a proposed resort complex at Clinton Lake. Lawrence Mayor Sandy Praeger and Douglas County Commission Chairman Nancy Hiebert attended along with others to explore funding and toured the 50 acre site on state park land along the lake’s northeast shore.
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Journalists under fire amid ethics scandals and culture shifts
Leonard Pitts Jr. of the Miami Herald weighs how journalism's noble image frays under plagiarism and hacking scandals linked to News of the World and wider media upheaval. He notes public distrust, rapid changes, and the need for ethical restraint despite evolving standards.
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Faith and politics mix in 2012 election debate
Cal Thomas argues evangelicals face a split over Mormon candidates Mitt Romney and Jon Huntsman, and whether faith should guide voting. He cites Ronald Reagan and Barack Obama to question faith’s influence, urging separation of church and state in choosing leaders.
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Public Forum criticizes Kansas senators over Steve Six bid
Lawrence Bodle defends Steve Six for the federal bench, denouncing Pat Roberts and Jerry Moran of Kansas for opposing the appointment. He calls the opposition indefensible and links it to party loyalty and political grounds.
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We Have Found the Enemy It Is Us Vote Forewarns
Everett Hickam warns that Governor Sam Brownback will push tax cuts for the wealthy while slashing social programs, signaling four hard years ahead for the poor elderly students disabled and likely Democratic voters. He urges careful thinking at the polls.
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Debt decisions and future deficits in Congress
Don Conrad questions the coming debt limit decision set within three days of August 2 and asks whether tax cuts created positive budgets after 2000. He notes Clinton raised the debt limit four times to 5.5 trillion with one year in surplus, while Bush raised it seven times doubling to 11.315 trillion and urges realism about future fiscal obligations on children.
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The Journal World invites letters to the Public Forum under 250 words and public interest. Submissions may be edited for clarity and length but viewpoints remain intact. Authors must provide name address and phone number with mail to Box 888 Lawrence KS 66044 or by email to letters at ijworld.com.
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