Clerk's office offers free voter photo IDs in county
Douglas County Clerk Jamie Shew announces a new mobile and in office system to issue free valid photo ID cards for registered voters lacking IDs. Residents need residency documents and staff will travel to nursing homes or other sites to aid travel-restricted voters. The piece supports expanded access while noting new citizenship proof requirements for first time Kansas voters and urging broad outreach.
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Baxter in County Jail on theft charge in Lawrence
The Lawrence Daily Journal World reports Clyde Baxter, a recent Lawrence resident, has been jailed after allegedly taking items from various stores and bringing them home. He faces a misdemeanor charge and awaits a county jail hearing, with prior matrimonial troubles noted.
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Romney August Strategy versus Dukakis Lessons
David M. Shribman analyzes Mitt Romney's August campaign plan as crucial for boosting foreign policy credentials and shaping momentum toward the Republican National Convention. The piece contrasts Romney with Dukakis in 1988, notes the impact of the 24 hour news cycle and social media, and cites Romney’s lack of gubernatorial duties as an advantage while outlining key questions Romney must address about wealth and policy ahead of a vigorous fall race.
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Public Forum Nuclear threat memorial vigil and vote reform views
Two letters discuss Hiroshima anniversary vigil by Lawrence Coalition for Peace and Justice highlighting ongoing nuclear threats and a Polaris missile display. A second letter argues for direct popular vote to elect the president, claiming the Electoral College undermines voter influence in red and blue states.
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