Editorial: Trade wars harm American interests and need de escalation
The editorial criticizes Trump tariffs aimed at China Canada Mexico and the EU as harmful and ineffective. It notes a $12 billion farmer relief, questions aid to other sectors, and cites lawmakers urging course reversal. It cites EU truces, China pressures, and argues tariffs raise costs, hinder markets, and threaten consumer prices nationwide.
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Nixon Impeachment Move Flows From House Judiciary Vote
On July 27 1974 the House Judiciary Committee approved the first of three impeachment articles against President Richard Nixon by a 27 to 11 vote. The article charged Nixon with obstructing justice in the Watergate investigation.
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Not your grandfather's KGB in the internet era
Washington Post columnist David Ignatius outlines how Russia’s intelligence services have evolved into a diverse, fast moving, multi agency system. He notes FSB and GRU dominance in covert action, the Cozy Bear Yahoo hack, and the 2016 U.S. election interference. Maria Butina case highlights covert influence, with Putin seeking public debate to destabilize rivals.
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Old Home Town 25 Years Ago In 1893
A July 27 1893 Lawrence Gazette column recalls a mighty lightning filled thunderstorm that lit the night to dawn. An Indiana Cash Grocery accident overturned a buggy but caused no injuries beyond a broken wheel. A longtime resident notes bicycling shifts social norms, predicting more young couples riding together and possible changes in courtship. The Baldwin W C T U warns of ongoing intoxication issues in Baldwin. Reprinted with permission from Sarah St John. online at Daily Lawrence History.
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Soldier’s oath frames campus flag art debate
A reader defends the military role in preserving freedoms amid a KU campus art display dispute. The letter cites Charles M Province on the soldier's service and sacrifice, arguing for reverence to the flag and the flagpole protest, and criticizes calls to remove the artwork. The writer emphasizes the ongoing duty of soldiers beyond July 13 editorial remarks.
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Public Forum on Rights and Diversity in America
A reader letter from Gretchen West of Lawrence defends American freedoms, urges trust in diversity, and honors soldiers who fought to preserve tolerance and the nation’s core values.
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Sessions remarks at high school summit spark criticism
Attorney General Jeff Sessions drew backlash for claiming therapy dogs at KU were problematic and for joining a "lock her up" chant. Critics say the nation’s top law officer should model restraint and uphold the rule of law rather than stoking authoritarian impulses.
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Readers are invited to send letters under 250 words signed with name, address, and phone number. The Journal World reserves the right to edit letters for clarity while preserving viewpoints. Submissions may be mailed to P.O. Box 888 Lawrence Kansas 66044 or emailed to letters@ljworld.com.
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