Guard readiness questioned after Greensburg tornado
Editorials note growing concern over National Guard readiness nationwide as Greensburg Kansas was struck by a May 4 tornado and Gov Kathleen Sebelius has warned that 40 percent of normal equipment is unavailable due to items left in Iraq. She cites a 21 million cost to re equip the 891st Engineer Battalion and urges federal action to prevent shortfalls amid other crises such as Fort Dix wildfires and a Georgia tropical storm.
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Giuliani Bets Big By Skipping Early State Contests
Poll analyst Peter A. Brown notes Giuliani aims to de-emphasize Iowa and New Hampshire and focus on mega states like California and New York in a bid for the Republican nomination. The move signals confidence and risk for a front runner with a history of abortion rights support and strong national polling.
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Chavez moves to shut down Venezuela's RCTV network
Jackson Diehl reports Chavez plans to revoke RCTV's license after consolidating power by decree, prompting domestic and international outcry. Granier defends the network amid attacks on staff and calls for judicial review, while polls show broad Venezuelan opposition to closure. Chavez asserts final authority, rejecting external pressure.
Old Hometown 22 Years Ago in 1982
Two Kansas University police officers were suspended without pay after an accidental firearm discharge in a vacant courtroom at the Judicial and Law Enforcement Center while testing new holsters. The report also notes De Shankel, former acting KU chancellor, removing his name from a Maryland chancellor list and a Marine from Lawrence reported killed in action in Vietnam.
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