Rest of the story: Sherrod controversy and resignation
Editorial overview of Shirley Sherrod's 2010 resignation after a 38 second NAACP tape. Describes how incomplete facts and swift political action prompted apology from Tom Vilsack and President Obama. Calls for fuller information before decisive actions and stresses fairness.
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Lame-duck session worries loom for Democrats
Charles Krauthammer weighs the risk of a post election lame duck Congress pursuing sweeping reforms. He notes Obama’s capital fading after 2008 victories and cites potential pushes on card check tax hikes and climate policy, warning of democratic norm violations and urging voter accountability.
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Old Home Town expands Deerfield School to model status
School officials in Lawrence discuss a $1 million expansion for Deerfield School to become a model campus with full-time librarians counselors nurses and developmental first grade as part of a district wide reorganization. The plan aims to August choice of architects and long range district improvements.
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Public forum on shared road safety for cyclists in Lawrence
Lawrence cyclist Jon Hudson appeals to drivers after a man in a black pickup struck a rider on Louisiana Street near 1100 Road. The cyclist suffered minor injuries and bike damage while the driver fled. He urges all motorists to share the road as required by law and cites past injuries and deaths as justification.
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Headquarters Counseling Center remembered in Lawrence era panel
In a Lawrence Arts Center program about 1969 to 1972 era history the onetime apartment start up Headquarters Counseling Center was not mentioned. The letter notes the center offered free 24/7 talk services, evolved into a volunteer staffed safe space, and now contributes to suicide prevention lifeline work while preserving the era’s peace and love ethos.
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Defense costs and taxes in debate over war spending
A reader criticizes Moran and Tiahrt for discussing conservatism and immigration while ignoring war costs. Citing 2010 defense budget projections of 880 billion to 1 trillion and about 25 to 29 percent of the U.S. budget, the letter argues high military spending burdens taxpayers and hurts ordinary families. The Journal-World invites letters up to 250 words with name, address, and phone number, and notes editorial rights and submission methods.
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