Editorial: University tuition climbs strain KU students
The 2004-05 year marks a step in a five year plan to double Kansas University resident tuition. Base tuition rises, while many schools seek higher differentials up to 82 percent, adding to overall costs. Critics warn this differential system harms accessibility even as some funds aid financial aid.
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Campaign reform faces hard test after first post law election
Washington Post columnist David Broder argues the McCain Feingold measures failed to curb money in politics. Major parties ditched public funding, fund raising hit records, and 527 groups flourished. Regulators delayed new rules, while both parties pivoted to hard money and online fundraising, signaling limited reform impact.
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David Broder
Washington Post Writers Group
Old Hometown Dignitaries at KU 1929 Commencement
Lawrence Daily World May 20 1904 notes John Cameron Swayze among dignitaries at Kansas University 1909 commencement. Swayze recalls KU as his school though he never graduated. Article mentions former radio newscaster in Kansas City and early trolley line talks, with professors delivering high school commencement addresses and local council interest in university growth.
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World Watch Magazine
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Shaquille O'Neal
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Lester Marsh
Lecompton heritage and university athletics debate
Readers discuss Bleeding Kansas history in Lecompton and Douglas County, the Territorial Day on June 26, and plans for the Territorial Democratic Headquarters. Letters critique university administration and athletics impacting education, citing salaries and scholars.
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Microsoft
Douglas County
Judy Billings
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Hamm Construction Company
Paul Bahnmaier
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