Kansas Senate backs bill to let Kobach prosecute election fraud
The Kansas Senate approved a bill to empower the secretary of state to prosecute election fraud cases, despite concerns about voter fraud evidence and potential political bias. An amendment orders Kobach to abolish Prairie Fire PAC amid worries over campaign activity tied to the office.
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New Syria policy falls short Biscuits and Band-Aids
Trudy Rubin analyzes Kerry Rome pledge offering only medical aid and meals to Syrian rebels while rejecting heavy weapons. She notes the plan undermines moderate opposition and risks strengthening Islamist groups, calling for arming and training selected rebels to shift the military balance and pressure Assad, with Obama under pressure from allies.
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Old Home Town From the Lawrence Daily Journal World
A 1913 item notes rewards offered by the Lawrence Merchants Association for arrest and conviction of offenders defrauding merchants or damaging property. Rewards range from 10 to 50 dollars for false pretenses, storefront defacing, and vulgar excretion on windows. Compiled by Sarah St John.
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Public forum criticizes Kansas bills on rights and union funding
David Reber of Lawrence writes that HB 2280 and HB 2023 threaten constitutional rights. He notes 28 of 30 sponsors supported both measures, alleges paycheck protection restricts free speech for public employees and unions, cites Citizens United, and calls for lawmakers to defend freedoms.
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Bond Support in Public Forum Letter to the Editor
A reader urges support for the bond issue praising the neighborhood school model. He notes long walking access since 1962, cites package improvements, and states no property tax increase, urging statewide public input through Journal-World letters policy.
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Long-time resident shares local memories in Lawrence
Mary Lou Nelson reflects on Lawrence history and daily life noting changes like cultural districts and renamed spots. She recalls Potter Lake and Potter’s Lake golf, Burroughs Creek Trail, South Side Athletic Club, Green’s Lake zoo, Dyche Museum, and favorite playgrounds from childhood. Weathered by time, she celebrates community memory and future hopes.
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