Editorial: Skinner travel ethics questioned in wake of report
The Washington Post reports Samuel Skinner reimbursed 3275 dollars for flights deemed personal while transportation secretary. The piece notes timing with a 60 Minutes segment and questions a government aide stance, urging officials to face taxpayers’ expectations and consider real-life travel costs.
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Michigan ratifies 27th Amendment limiting Congress pay
Pay for Congress Michigan becomes the 38th state to ratify the 27th Amendment, halting any future pay raises for current members while allowing a raise for a successor group if re-elected. The piece notes support for Madison’s plan but cautions concerns about outdated legal fine tuning and congressional self-interest.
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Del Shankel Drops From Maryland Chancellor List
The former acting KU chancellor, Del Shankel, 54, removed his name from the top candidates for Maryland College Park chancellor. He declined to discuss the Journal-World report or say if he rejected the Maryland offer, with indications he will stay at KU as construction continues on Spencer Library due next year. A Red Cross Bloodmobile visit at KU collected 448 pints from students, deemed remarkable, with most sent to the Korean War zone.
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Journal-World personnel and post office notice
The Journal-World announces staff roles including editor publisher and managing editor with production and circulation management positions. Postmaster address changes go to the Lawrence Kansas office. A note references association and audit memberships.
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Oregon Underdogs Face Shifting Primary Currents
Oregon voters weigh a moving Democratic contest as Clinton nears a majority. Jerry Brown promotes a reform effort amid his fading bid, citing money influence and a growing donor base of over 100,000 small contributors. The piece recalls past Oregon primaries and notable campaigns from Stassen to Kennedy.
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Freedom to Speak and Public Censorship Debate
Letters discuss civil liberties versus restrictions on speech, praising First Amendment rights while warning against vague laws penalizing demonstrations near funerals and churches. Another writer critiques populist outrage and police misconduct, urging restraint and lawful conduct.
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Letters policy at The Journal World
The Journal World invites reader letters kept brief under 450 words and focused on public interest. Submissions must include the writer’s name address and telephone number for verification, unsigned letters are not used, and pen names are not accepted.
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Video camera ban sparks national debate over police footage
A movement led by Archie Locust seeks to curb video cameras citing police brutality concerns. Proposals include a seven day purchase delay and limits on yearly tapes, with exemptions for weddings. Critics warn the drive could chill citizen documentation of law enforcement.
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