Will Smith Slap Overshadows Oscars Controversy
Miami Herald columnist Leonard Pitts Jr analyzes the Will Smith slapping incident at the Academy Awards. He argues the act exposed insecurities and questioned manhood, noting Smith apologized a day later and Rock did not press charges. The piece critiques reactions from Haddish and others and reflects on implications for reputations and careers.
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Lawrence City Commission and School Board Contacts
Readout lists Lawrence City Commission members Courtney Shipley Lisa Larsen Amber Sellers Bart Littlejohn and Shannon Reid with phone numbers and emails. Includes mailing address for City Hall and Douglas County Courthouse. Also lists USD 497 school board officers Erica Hill Shannon Kimball Kelly Jones Carole Cadue-Blackwood Kay Emerson Andrew Nussbaum Paula Smith with contact details and mailing address for school board at 110 McDonald Drive Lawrence Kansas.
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Lawrence Protest Over Library Location in 1872
Kansas Daily Tribune reports a Lawrence meeting at Eldridge House where citizens unanimously oppose moving the city library to join with the Christian Union sect. Resolutions demand the library remain tax funded and separate from any ecclesiastical group, pledging persistent opposition if linked. Reprinted from local writer Sarah Parsons.
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Toomey Calls for Tightening Ex-Im Bank Oversight
Senator Toomey, ranking Republican on the Banking Committee, warns against Ex-Im Bank expansion noting its history since 1934 and citing limited loan guarantees from 2015 to 2019. He argues the bank lacks necessity amid low interest rates and broad private capital, urging restraint and adherence to Madisonian limits.
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Journal-World Mission and Leadership Credits
The Journal World publication notes its guiding principles of accurate fair news reporting safeguarding citizens rights and exposing dishonesty in public affairs. Signed by Kim Callahan managing editor and Allison Tait advertising manager as part of the masthead statement.
Letters to the Editor Information Note
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