War critique and memories anchor a Memorial Day column
Garrison Keillor notes the Current Occupant’s wartime rhetoric shifts and suggests bipartisanship may emerge as the war winds down. He recalls Nixon era tactics, debates McCain’s stance on Iraq, and laments secrecy at Guantanamo while honoring veterans and noting public apathy amid May political frictions.
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Bus ideas To the editor on future of city buses
Letter to the editor expands on Dr Bill Campbell's remarks about alternative fuels for buses and the city's growth. It argues the bus system serves the poor elderly and disabled and notes few local employers provide discounted passes or programs to encourage bus use.
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Public Forum urges bus ridership and revenue ideas
Letters to the editor criticize current efforts to boost bus use and revenue through advertising and cross-city networking. Melissa Wick Lawrence urges action on ridership and notes the KU Band relies on student fees to cover uniforms, instruments, and related costs while performing at football and basketball events. Clara Westphal endorses band support and asks decision makers to assist musical groups as well.
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Bush's Rough Road Shadows GOP Choice for 1980 Election
Everett Hickam notes President Bush with historically low approval spurs divisive pace within the Republican Party. The piece argues his rhetoric risks alienating core supporters, potentially aiding Democrats as the party prepares for the general election.
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