NCAA delays over Josh Selby raise enforcement questions
An editorial questions NCAA delays in resolving Josh Selby eligibility at Kansas. It argues the long process harms KU by delaying class attendance and disrupts team plans while urging staffing and process reforms and contrasts with a swift Iowa case involving Moore and Kutcher.
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Waves of change prove cycles rule U.S. politics
Charles Krauthammer argues waves rise and fall with history not mandate. He cites 1946 1994 2006 2008 and 2010 swings, noting loyalty shifts and reaction to sweeping reforms. Obama’s agenda he says is dead, while center-left Clinton era remains viable. Republicans gain only a two year House lease by default.
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Letters question Sunflower coal plant permit influence
Two readers challenge Governor Parkinson and KDHE secretary Bremby over Sunflower Electric’s coal plant permit. They allege political pressure, hidden meetings, and biased decisions favoring Sunflower while downplaying public concern and environmental risks. They cite prior permit rejections and emphasize job claims and local electricity hopes.
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Public Forum Against Air Quality and Politics
A reader laments federal and state actions on air pollution and permits for a plant. The letter condemns Bremby resignation amid alleged political pressure, touts individual accountability, criticizes media, voting apathy, and partisan extremism, and urges stronger citizen participation. Steve Craven expresses frustration with “Me” culture and governance.
Election message critique in Journal-World letter policy
A reader criticizes the Journal-World editorial for condemning Lawrence voters stance and urges voters to study issues. The page outlines Public Forum letter rules including word limit, needed name and address, and submission methods by mail or email.
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Old Home Town Year Ago in 1970
Second degree murder charges were filed against a Kansas University freshman in the death of a KU senior. Bruce Douglas, 21, was killed by gunshots on Nov. 4. Andrew Hill, 25, who calls himself Douglas’ best friend, faces murder charges after claiming the gun jammed and fired uncontrollably. The shots pierced a wall, striking Douglas six times in the chest.
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