Budget Blunders Shape Kansas Budget Debates
The Kansas Legislature proposes cuts that threaten KU Medical Center, state prisons, and transit funding while pursuing "fairness" changes. A 4 percent cut to KUMC and across the board university reductions, expanded probation sanctions, and a potential sweep of 500000 from the KDWP cabin rental fund loom. Tax cuts limit revenue, risking long term harm.
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McCain shifts toward bipartisanship on Capitol Hill
In a wide interview McCain urges Republicans to end self isolation and work for the American people. He criticizes party’s war weariness and spending cuts while signaling openness to immigration reform and a grand budget bargain with Democrats. He cites Obama talks, Levin Schumer and Reid as partners, and notes GOP missteps in 2012 Senate races.
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Baseball’s Bright Outlook From Bud Selig and Gene Budig
Bud Selig and Gene Budig describe baseball’s health and growth outlook for 2013. Revenues poised to exceed 8 billion, attendance expected to rise past 74.9 million, and franchise values climbing. Minor leagues attract families with affordable, varied offerings and potential attendance gains. Global expansion includes Latin America, Asia, and emerging markets with scouts worldwide. Concerns about pace of play acknowledged with efforts to address it.
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High School Class Size Reaches Record 86 Grads
The Lawrence high school graduating class for 1913 is larger than any previous class with 86 students earning diplomas. Among them 24 are boys and 62 are girls, announced in the Lawrence Daily Journal-World.
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Public Forum: Personal interest and political stances
Anna Slemmer of Lawrence urges Kansas delegates to reflect on gun laws and personal tragedy before voting. She argues that conservative positions shift only after family harm, citing Portman Cheney and abortion as examples and urging action before a school or public venue tragedy.
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Journal-World Seeks Letters on Campaign Issues Only
During election season the Journal World welcomes letters about campaign issues but does not publish letters that directly endorse or criticize individual candidates. Submissions must be received by March 28.
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