Kansas Voter ID Debate Elevates Concerns Over Proof of Citizenship
Editorial argues Kansas secrecy of election rules, urging careful balance between preventing fraud and keeping voter access open. It notes proposed ID at polls, proof of citizenship at registration, and expanded enforcement by the secretary of state, warning against undue barriers for qualified voters.
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Prison labor bill allows shackled work in streets
From the Lawrence Daily Journal World March 3 1911: prisoners in county jails can be shackled and worked on the streets, can be sent to the penitentiary and farmed out to the warden under contract. The drastic bill aims to curb bootlegging in Lawrence more than an assistant attorney general appointment.
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Texan lawmaker shapes immigration stance from Capitol
George Will profiles Lamar Smith, now in his 13th term as House Judiciary chair, shaping immigration policy through attrition enforcement and E-Verify use. Smith stresses border security, workplace enforcement, and reducing birthright citizenship, while noting Hispanic voters and GOP competitiveness.
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Faith Felt Not Proven in Atheist Debate
Miami Herald columnist Leonard Pitts Jr reflects on belief and atheism sparked by a reader exchange about prayer for Lara Logan. He argues God is not proven but felt, praises open debate, and notes humility in accepting the unknown while sharing personal faith through music and experience.
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Speaking for God insults and misuses divine name
Paul Veerkamp of Lawrence criticizes a Topeka based letter that claims to know God and His wrath. He argues that invoking God to promote hatred or intolerance distorts religion and conflicts with a perfect, inclusive deity.
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Civil rights issue on Defense of Marriage Act stance
A letter replying to Carl Burkhead argues the Defense of Marriage Act is a civil rights issue, noting the government is secular and not beholden to religious doctrine, while affirming freedom of opinion and worship. Bryan Foster.
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Letters Policy for Public Forum Submissions
The Journal World invites letters to the Public Forum under 250 words. Submit with name address and phone. The paper may edit letters for clarity and length while preserving viewpoint. Submissions can be mailed to Box 888 Lawrence KS 66044 or emailed to letters@ljworld.com.
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