Counties strike two way bridge repair incentive plan
Douglas and Jefferson counties agreed on cost sharing for the Lecompton to Perry bridge redecking project with 89 percent by Douglas and 11 percent by Jefferson. An incentive adds up to 100000 in rewards if A.M. Cohran and Son Inc. finishes ahead of the August 10 deadline to minimize delays before the 2007 08 school year.
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Independence tops loyalty for prosecutors
The Raleigh News & Observer editorial argues U.S. attorneys should remain independent from partisan aims. It cites historical figures like Lacey and Stern in New Jersey and warns that politicization risks eroding the Justice Department and undermining public trust.
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Clinton's Iraq policy praised by Goodwin column
Michael Goodwin lauds Hillary Clinton for a balanced Iraq stance. He credits her with realism and restraint, arguing she would maintain a reduced but present force while avoiding open-ended occupation. He contrasts her steady approach with rivals’ rhetoric and urges more clarity from her on foreign policy.
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Public Forum on veganism and its broader humane aims
Judy Carman of Lecompton argues against labeling vegan Sylvester Graham as the originator of food fads. She says veganism transcends diet, is a life based on nonviolence, and aims to end suffering, with health and joy as side benefits.
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Gratitude for Watchful Witness in Hit and Run
Teresa Thompson of Lawrence expresses thanks to the neighbor who witnessed a hit and run that damaged her brother's car and reported it to police, enabling identification of the driver and accountability for the incident.
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Letters Policy For Public Forum Submissions
The Journal-World invites letters to Public Forum under 250 words and public interest. It may edit letters without altering viewpoints and requires the writer to include name address and phone number and submit by mail to Box 888 Lawrence 66044 or by email to letters ijworld com.
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