Editorial on Kansas Second Amendment Protection Act measures
The Kansas House committee approved a bill claiming state residents firearms and ammo stay under Kansas law and not federal rules. AG's office raised issues, but the measure moved forward, while doctors urged preserving questions about gun ownership, a provision later trimmed. The editorial urges lawmakers to focus on genuine matters rather than this act.
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Webb bill over veto becomes law in dry Kansas
The House vote 244 to 95 re-passed the Webb bill prohibiting liquor shipments into dry territory, with Senate action following. The law allows seizure and investigation of shipments into Kansas, requiring proof of individual use by the consignee, and enables immediate seizure on interstate transfers such as from Kansas City to Lawrence.
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Obama seeks painful sequester to force budget cuts
A Washington Post report quotes a leading anti budget cuts lobbyist calling the sequester the worst case scenario if it hits and nothing bad happens. The piece critiques dire warnings about 2.2 percent reductions and debt levels as the nation debates spending and borrowing.
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Washington Monthly
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Sequester critique and political theater by Krauthammer
Charles Krauthammer argues that sequestration cuts are largely symbolic, warns they will trigger major national disruption, and accuses President Obama of using fear to win a political battle. He contends budget fights reflect deeper ideological goals beyond deficit reduction.
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Letter to editor attacks governor on tax and homeless aid
Paul Enos of Lawrence criticizes Governor for giving money to the homeless on Mass Street and questions the 6.3 percent food tax increase. He argues tax policies mainly benefit the Koch brothers and allies while increasing costs for the needy as policies take effect.
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Campanile and Potter Lake litter complaint on campus slopes
A local resident laments six to seven years of frequent sledding on the campus hills near the Campanile and Potter Lake. They report an influx of broken plastic sleds, cardboard, trash can lids, and scattered cans from recent snow seasons, urging greater cleanup and consideration by campus visitors. The note underscores long familiarity with KU and winter sledding on campus.
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Lawrence
Public Forum Letters on Local Taxes and Politics
Readers criticize the Rock Chalk rec center funding and multi million dollar campus projects while urging no vote. Letters address taxes, senior citizen impact, YMCA options, and call for voter participation. Linda Schroeder and Mary Ann Kieffer express political opinions and concerns about Congress and leadership.
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Lawrence
Retired Firefighter Helps Shovel Our Blocked Driveway
Judy Berg thanks a retired firefighter who stopped to help keep a blocked driveway clear and move a trash container to the street. She notes the kindness of the helper and expresses sincere gratitude, even though the helper’s name wasn’t obtained.
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Judy Berg
Lawrence
Letters Policy for The Journal World
The Journal World invites letters to the Public Forum under 250 words and public interest. Submissions may be edited without changing viewpoints and must include name address and telephone number for publication. Send by mail to Box 888 Lawrence KS 66044 or email letters ijworld.com.
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