Lawrence editors push for new Joint Economic Development Council
An editorial argues for moving forward on creating a Joint Economic Development Council for Lawrence and Douglas County. It urges clarity on decision boundaries between the council and elected bodies, defends Chamber of Commerce involvement, and calls for embracing private funding alongside public support to boost competitiveness and growth.
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Obama Romney race seen as insider outsider clash
David M. Shribman analyses the 2012 campaign dynamics showing Obama as an incumbent with insider credentials while Romney is positioned as an outsider. The piece notes the persistent theme of familiar GOP and Democratic lines, Florida as a pivotal battleground, and polls showing a tight race with high volatility and potential for a single gaffe to swing outcomes.
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Lawrence 1972 nightlife options snapshot from May 21
Lawrence residents could choose among Granada Theatre showing The Carey Treatment Varsity screening Puppet On a Chain Hillcrest offerings The Godfather French Connection or Cabaret A Knights of Columbus Hall dance with Johnny Nace and an American Legion steak room gathering featured music by John Malone Orchestra May 21 1912 marked a raid that burned the Eldridge Hotel Gov Robinsons residence and the Herald of Freedom office with a tablet noting the event
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Public forum letters critique bicycle safety and bullying norms
Curtis D Bennett urges a real pedestrian approach to bicycle safety in Lawrence while condemning bullying in schools. He challenges city leaders and the Journal-World on handling youth cruelty and urges visible consequences for bullies.
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Letters Policy for Public Forum at The Journal World
The Journal World invites letters under 250 words on public interest topics and reserves the right to edit without altering viewpoints. Submitting grants nonexclusive publication rights. Include name address and phone number. mail to Box 888 Lawrence KS 66044 or email letters ijworld com.
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