Opportunistic veep bids emerge from primary foes
Editorial notes how Jesse Jackson and Bob Dole shift from harsh primary rhetoric to considering vice presidential roles with Dukakis and Bush. Jackson would reshape issues and gain experience, while Dole could leverage senate leadership and future presidential chances. Both face age and ambition factors, yet seek White House influence.
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Kansas
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George Bush
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Bush
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Gerald Ford
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Thai court fines former deputy minister four years for insulting monarchy
A Thailand Supreme Court ruling reduces a four year prison sentence for Veera Musikapong from six years after convicting him of making remarks during a campaign deemed to insult King Bhumibol Adulyadej. The verdict warns journalists about publishing similar statements. Americans face a different constitutional structure with no monarchs.
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Thailand
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Bhumibol Adulyadej
U.S
Narcotics stolen at gunpoint from hospital pharmacy
Assorted narcotics valued at 400 dollars were taken from the Lawrence Memorial Hospital pharmacy by three masked men over the weekend. No arrests had been made after two days. The Lawrence Journal-World notes staff changes and local budget items as context for a busy period.
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Lawrence Memorial Hospital
Dukakis eyeing VP pick amid Jackson doubts
Dukakis will not choose Jesse Jackson as running mate despite pressure, with polls showing Jackson would cost more votes than he adds. The piece argues Dukakis should seek a Washington experienced, steady partner who can broaden appeal without alienating black voters, highlighting regional impact and the two percent factor in boosting Democratic turnout.
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LINK and community meals face funding debate in city
LETTERS discuss funding to remodel a South Park Recreation Center kitchen for LINK to serve meals noon to 4 pm on select days. Casagrande emphasizes 40 000 meals served, storage needs, and broad community support while urging city action to aid hunger relief.
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Lawrence
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Inouye Named Possible Dukakis Running Mate Choice
Washington pundits weigh Michael Dukakis potential vice presidential picks with Sen. Daniel Inouye of Hawaii emerging as a strong option. Inouye would offer experience, Senate influence, and minority heritage to balance the ticket, potentially easing Jackson’s influence while shifting campaign dynamics.
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Kennedy visits Berlin and declares Ich bin ein Berliner
On June 26 1963 President John F Kennedy visited West Berlin and spoke before a crowd of over a million residents declaring Ich bin ein Berliner. Earlier notes mark Atlantic City boardwalk opening in 1870 and Walter Reed led yellow fever fight beginning in 1900.
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West Berlin
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Atlantic City
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