Libby Verdict Highlights White House Ethics Fallout
The Libby verdict exposes the Cheney led effort to discredit critic Joseph Wilson over Iraq war claims and reveals declassification and leaking actions to bolster the administration case. Cheney pressured Libby, drafted talking points, and guided media contacts while Bush faced questions on accountability and possible pardon implications.
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Richard Armitage
Lewis Libby
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Harry Reid
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Dana Perino
KU Hospital wary of KUMC affiliation proposal
The Kansas Legislature weighs a proposed affiliation among KU Hospital KU Medical Center and St. Luke's to boost health care research and attract a national cancer center designation. Irene Cumming cites risks to KU Hospital including loss of EU brand rights and physician recruitment as the School of Medicine pushes the plan with supporters promising $150 million in research funds. Barbara Atkinson defends the move saying it will improve both hospitals and the regional research profile.
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Stowers Institute
Kansas
Barbara Atkinson
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Atkinson
National Cancer Center
House considers sale of KU Hospital proposes bill opener
State Rep. Lee Tafanelli introduced a companion bill in the House Appropriations Committee at the request of Steineger. Tafanelli expressed no current support but will seek more information while KU officials warn a sale could derail national cancer center ambitions and shift investment to shareholders. KU doctors oppose privatization citing potential cuts to charity care and research.
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Rozankie
Steineger
House
Appropriations Committee
Tafanelli
Atkinson
Firebirds eye basketball title as fans rally
Free State basketball fans pack support for the boys and girls as they chase a state berth in Emporia. Students, parents, and relatives prepare travel plans and decorative affections while optimism runs high about breaking Shawnee Mission West’s recent dominance. Tickets cost five dollars, with games slated for White Auditorium, and potential semifinals and finals Friday and Saturday.
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Free State
Shawnee Mission West
Margaret Wiebe
Weston
Wiebe
Emporia
White Auditorium
Steve Grant
Man helps police while trying to break into church
A 24 year old man called police claiming he tried to break into St Pauls Lutheran Church to wed there. He used a metal shovel on the doors, admitted marijuana and other drugs at his home, and was arrested on criminal damage to property possession of drugs and paraphernalia.
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