Security worries linger after airport tests and TSA rollout
The Journal-World editorial questions airport security revealed by 32 airport tests where screeners missed knives 70 percent of the time guns 30 percent and simulated explosives 60 percent. It notes TSA took over Feb 17 and plans 30,000 federal screeners amid training for 300 supervisors, while travelers face delays and unsure safety gains.
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Europe wary of Bush as steel tariff erupts
David Broder notes growing European anger over US steel tariffs and fears about Iraq deepen Euro American strains. He cites EU plans to retaliate on swing states, concerns over consultation, and a perceived move by Washington that unsettles allies.
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Hometown star Armand Baughman chases youths mistaken for theft
Kansas University fullback Armand Baughman of Hutchinson used his speed to pursue two youths who tried to take his car. The incident ended as a mix up rather than a theft with Baughman upbeat after a full assessment. A Lawrence World item from March 27, 1902 discusses sociological questions in Lawrence and Douglas County about dependent classes and pauper elements as a start toward solutions.
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War on drugs and the hidden costs of prohibition
In a letter to the editor William J. Skepnek of Lawrence questions the new anti drug ads. He argues prohibition pushes drugs underground enabling crime and terrorism by profits and costs including reduced funding for schools and health care and heavier law enforcement.
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Kansas voices urge wind power and wiser energy policy
A reader letters cite Rep Sloan and Bowersock Mill tour as proof of need for renewable energy. They argue wind potential is high, Kansas ranks third, and public rate hearings can pressure utilities to diversify away from oil while praising Kansas basketball figures and criticizing budget cuts and tax policies.
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