Duty, Honor, Country at West Point in Campbell Case
An editorial questions Army policy allowing Caleb Campbell, an Army football star drafted by the NFL, to defer active duty for unique talents. It notes the duty obligations, compares past heroes, and asks whether Campbell’s path undermines cadets, recruits, and the Point’s ethos while urging reflection on duty and honor.
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Lilly Ledbetter case shows pay gap politics in 2008 era
Ellen Goodman critiques the ongoing gender pay gap as Lilly Ledbetter’s fight highlights legal limits and political resistance. She notes Goodyear worker Ledbetter earned 79 cents to a male dollar, the Supreme Court's six month rule, and failed Senate action amid Republican opposition and a Bush veto threat. The piece argues discrimination persists and calls for Congress to restore broader rights.
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GOP slams Congress over budget vote sparks voter concerns
A reader letter discusses how budget votes shape voter decisions, urging fact based choices over rhetoric. It cites polarization on taxes and spending, asks who benefits from bills, and predicts oil market dynamics amid OPEC policies and future administrations.
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Lawrence
Kaun critics KU event relocation to Kansas City
A Kansas City letter to the Journal-World questions moving the Jayhawk Senior and Scholar Athlete Banquet to the Kansas City Marriott Downtown. The writer urges keeping KU events, including football, in Lawrence and Missouri venues avoided. The piece notes policy on letters, submission details, and author contact requirements.
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Journal-World
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Ijworld.com
Lawrence district eyes center for instructional materials
Lawrence administrators describe a districtwide instructional materials center with financing from a capital outlay fund. The redevelopment plan totals 18.1 million dollars in public improvements, partially funded by city tax and water rate increases, a 9 million federal grant, a developer’s 2 million contribution, and a 9 million share from taxes on downtown development. Farmers report weather delays and dissatisfaction with spring conditions, while five KU alumni receive distinguished service citations at spring commencement.
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