Gut and go tactics cost Kansas trust in 2015 tax bill
An 2015 Kansas Senate vote gutted SB 280 transforming local sales tax rules into a statewide reform. The measure, slammed by critics for secrecy, passed House 123-0 and Senate 40-0 before Gov. Brownback veto and overrides. The debate tied to Bicknell's $42.5 million tax dispute and concerns over legislative transparency persist.
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Florida
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Pizza Hut
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Board of Tax Appeals
Department of Revenue
Kansas City Star
Jason Probst
D-Hutchinson
Appropriations Committee
Netanyahu raises Iran secrets to pressure for a stronger deal
David Ignatius argues the Israeli Mossad haul should not drive a US withdrawal from the 2015 nuclear agreement. Instead use the intelligence to press Tehran via IAEA and global partners for a tougher, binding deal, isolating Iran while aligning Europe and allies. The piece weighs risks of action versus withdrawal and cites 2003 Project Amad details and Fakrizadeh.
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Benjamin Netanyahu
Iran
Tehran
U.S
Europe
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China
Mossad
International Atomic Energy Agency
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National Intelligence Council
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Supreme
Ali Khamenei
Leader
Sharabad
Neanyahu
Mohsen Fakrizadeh
Amad
Defense Ministry
Fakrizadeh
Trump
IAEA
Israel
David Ignatius
Washington Post Writers Group
Norman Whitney Daughter Seeks His Address in Lawrence
A notice states Norman W. Whitney is informed his daughter arrived in Lawrence and is staying with Col. N W Spicer after losing his address. Readers who can help locate Mr. Whitney should inform Col. Spicer. Reprinted from Daily Lawrence History via Sarah St John.
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Norman W. Whitney
Lawrence
Col. N.W. Spicer
Big Brother at work at the Journal-World editorial stance
A reader accuses the Journal-World of news suppression for not covering a Saturday meeting on jail expansion and mental health center. The letter cites Iowa City’s failed jail expansion votes, population trends, and county distrust, urging fair coverage and voter choice amid ongoing debate and ballot propositions.
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Justice Matters
Simons
Iowa City
Lawrence
Iowa County
County Commission
Public Forum Comment Sparks Debate in Eudora
A local citizen urges critics to resist an ominous government stance while praising liberal ideals and intellect. Joe Reitz voices concern in Eudora about the authority and direction of public forums and governance.
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Joe Reitz
Eudora
Signs and signs To the editor in Lawrence
A reader from Lawrence criticizes the prevalence of Vote Yes signs for Proposition 1 west of Massachusetts Street and Jail NO signs east of the street. They urge reflection on privilege, fairness, and offering tools for health and opportunity rather than fear or punishment. Jean Finch signs the letter.
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Lawrence
Massachusetts Street
Mass. St
Editor Letters Policy From The Journal World Notice
The Journal World invites concise letters under 250 words, signed with full name, address, and telephone. Only name and city appear in print. address and phone verify identity. The paper may edit letters without changing viewpoints. Submissions accepted by mail to P O Box 888 Lawrence KS 66044 or by email at letters@jworld.com.
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