Editorial: Close the November to January presidency gap
The piece argues a 10 week post election transition is too long delaying policy. It urges the president-elect Obama and outgoing administration to begin staffing and policy work sooner to restore trust, address economy and security, and prevent enemies from exploiting the gap.
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Irony of Bias in Historic Election and Rights
Leonard Pitts Jr of the Miami Herald reflects on last week's California vote denying recognition to same sex marriages while noting African-Americans helped pass the measure. He argues the paradox highlights persistence, faith, and the need to overcome bigotry, drawing parallels with past oppression and urging enduring justice.
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Lawrence gas rate hike and KU event notes from 1908 paper
The Lawrence Daily World itemization covers Kansas Public Service Gas Co rate increase prospects by about 19 cents per thousand cubic feet with a final rise near 4.5 percent, a KU audience with Chester Cracker on U.S. African policy, a Lawrence United Fund drive reaching its $432,478 goal aided by a $2,000 gift from the Midwestern Governor's Conference, a 7-1 Kansas football season with a 27-23 loss to Oklahoma and upcoming game at Kansas State, plus historical notes on granite markers in Lawrence, political infighting around Speaker Joe Cannon, corn harvesting conditions, and a physiology class breadmaking study at the university.
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Editor letter defends Franken citing career achievements
A reader disputes an editorial attack on Senate candidate Al Franken. The letter notes Franken’s USO trips, five bestselling books, three Emmys, and argues his satire shows distinction between performer and politician. It also references a televised debate with Norm Coleman and Dean Barkley and laments truth in politics.
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Public Forum letter critiques panhandling district idea Wall Street West
A reader urges thorough reporting on downtown panhandling issues and condemns plans to create a designated district with upscale perks. The letter argues such programs degrade ambiance, endanger businesses, and do not help the homeless, calling for responsible coverage by The Journal World.
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