Editorials on national election message and Lawrence politics
The piece argues voters rejected Obama administration policies and seeks GOP led House action while Democrats keep Senate. It questions Lawrence Kansas voting patterns, local city governance, and whether the community diverges from state trends, noting uncertain future consequences.
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Voters reject progressive agenda in 2010 debate
Washington cautions about messaging as Democrats blame Obama era policies for a Republican surge. The piece analyzes liberal ideas, market dynamics, and the 2010 vote as a judgment on government scope, branding liberal marketing and anti establishment sentiment as drivers of the outcome. George Will noted as columnist.
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Fire in downtown stockroom damages Dick Bros shop
Lawrence Daily World reports a morning fire in the business district causing about 1000 dollars in stock damage at Dick Bros druggists. The blaze started in the cellar where reserve stock and dry goods were stored and the loss is insured. Separately the paper notes plans for a Kansas University alumni identification button for Jayhawker students.
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Read more Old Home Town at LJWorld.com news history
Lawrence Kansas readers are invited to explore the Old Home Town feature at LJWorld.com, diving into local history with recognizable names, places, and events drawn from the city's past. The series revisits historic neighborhoods, notable residents, and long-standing community landmarks through archival articles and photos.
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Obama must keep aims but change methods after election
The president should not abandon goals but adjust how to pursue them. Voters did not reject his agenda, but cited unforeseen crises, notably the 2008 financial meltdown, two wars, and domestic needs. Obama responded by pursuing his expansive program with renewed tactics and urgency.
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Obama must return to outreach based governing strategy
David Broder argues Obama erred by clinging to Democratic Capitol Hill tactics. He warns the president to abandon party centrism, test Republican ideas, and start one on one talks with Mitch McConnell and John Boehner now. The piece notes the electorate rebuked Congress and the administration yet delivered major policies.
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