Views From Kansas on Trump Aims and Immigration Policy
A Garden City Telegram reprint argues Trump failed to drain the swamp, cites tax cuts for the wealthy, tariffs risking a global trade war, and his policy of family separations at the border. It notes Jeff Sessions zero tolerance, Kobach’s stance, and calls the approach inhumane, with comparisons to historical abuses.
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Today in History June twentytwo events across centuries
On June 22 1918 a rear end collision killed at least 86 aboard the Hagenbeck-Wallace Circus train near Hammond Indiana during an emergency stop. In 1611 Henry Hudson and others were set adrift in Hudson Bay by mutineers aboard the Discovery. In 1940 Adolf Hitler won a major World War II victory as France signed an armistice eight days after Paris fell. In 1977 John N Mitchell began serving a prison term for his Watergate role.
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Wrecking the trans Atlantic alliance amid Trump clashes
Washington Post columnist David Ignatius reports European and American experts warn of a severe rift as President Trump challenges NATO and EU unity. They fear tariff wars, a potential Putin encounter, and a shift toward European security independence amid calls for countermeasures and a tougher stance on multilateralism.
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New Thinking on Suicide Prevention Sparks Gun Debate
reader cites Michael Smith column arguing roadblocks deter suicides and noting a 2010 study showing 78 percent deterred did not reattempt. advocates apply ideas to Kansas gun deaths, proposing temporary removal of guns to protect youths and veterans, plus stronger background checks and closing loopholes.
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Public Forum Urges Kansas Lawmakers to Reject NRA Funds
Elizabeth Black of Lawrence calls for a public forum to pressure Kansas senators and representatives to refuse NRA money amid rising gun death personal crisis reports. The appeal emphasizes civic action, accountability, and local advocacy.
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How can we tolerate mass trauma at our southern border
Regine Benalcazar-Schmid questions Americans about tolerating child separations at the border, condemning the practice as un-American and demanding action. She appeals to shared values of civilization, education, and faith while recalling Nazi atrocities and Holocaust memory.
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Separating families as an American by choice since 1962
Jan Roskam declares that ripping children from parents is callous and immoral, rejects it as unchristian and unamerican, and warns Americans to wake up. He frames the issue as dictatorial, urging readers to oppose current policies.
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The newspaper invites letters to the editor under 250 words. Contributors must include full name, address, and telephone number. Submissions may be mailed to P.O. Box 888, Lawrence KS 66044 or emailed to letters ljworld.com.
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