Obama backs gay marriage in historic shift
President Barack Obama publicly endorses same sex marriage, aligning with supporters and prompting swift reactions from Mitt Romney. The move, framed as a personal decision, follows Biden's pro marriage comments and gains momentum amid evolving public opinion and fundraising pressure from gay donors. Obama notes the change reflects values and equality, with Michelle Obama joining in support.
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Baldwin City to start senior bus service in Douglas County
Douglas County Senior Services provides a 10 passenger wheelchair bus for residents 60 and older in Baldwin City. Volunteers will drive, the community covers fuel and maintenance, and organizers aim to begin by June 1 with trips within Baldwin City and to Lawrence, funds sought to keep rider costs low. For donations or to volunteer call Neuenswander at 785-594-3559.
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Judge allows video testomony for child in sex case
A Douglas County judge ruled a 7 year old alleged victim in an Eudora sex crime case can testify via video feed from the courtroom without the defendant present. Prosecutors feared shared room trauma and potential silence due to PTSD. the defense challenged proof of defendant-specific fear. Jury selection is set to begin Monday. charges include one count of child rape and two counts of aggravated criminal sodomy.
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Obama holds edge with women and minorities in AP poll
The AP-GfK poll of 1,004 adults shows 50 percent backing Obama in November to 42 percent for Romney, with half undecided or persuadable. Voters view Obama as more empathetic and sincere, while economy handling favors neither candidate decisively.
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