Public Forum Says November Election Tests Democracy
Charley Crabtree of Lawrence urges readers to vote for candidates who will protect democracy. He warns against a candidate accused of corruption, sexual misconduct, and loyalty to a single power. He touts current economic gains and policy goals as reasons to vote for stability and rule of law. He ends with a call to civic action and participation.
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Letters to the Editor Guide
A note directing readers to submit letters under 250 words via email at letters ljworld.com for Kansas newspaper coverage. The message provides submission details and channel for reader opinions and civic discourse.
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How We Got to This Choice for a Leader
George Will traces the evolution of U S presidential nominating rules from smoke filled rooms to primaries. He notes 1968 major disruptions with McCarthy Kennedy and Humphrey, 1972 McGovern loss, 1920 Harding in a hotel room, and the ongoing shift toward citizen driven contests. He lauds reforms but warns of a possibly lengthy 2024 style campaign with polarization and contested electoral outcomes.
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Old Hometown Years Ago in 1899
From the Lawrence Daily Journal for Friday March 3 1899 a tramp moving wagon camped in Central Park causing damage to trees and grass. Citizens were refunded for reconstruction costs at Kansas University electrical engineering building. A cemetery path was improved by Miss Leiby and others aiding teams blocked by bad roads. A large Lawrence delegation traveled to Topeka to advocate a bill permitting Lawrence to do paying.
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Food convoy carnage reveals Gaza's collapse in chaos
Drone video shows hundreds swarm a 30 truck aid line toward Gaza City as vehicles crush bystanders and troops fire. Gaza health officials report over 100 dead and 700 wounded while US air drops plan to flood the zone with relief.
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