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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Oct 11, 2008
Page
5
An editorial urges KU students to replace a profanity filled kickoff chant with fresher cheer to preserve Memorial Stadium’s family friendly atmosphere. It cites coach Mangino’s taped message and calls for pride in a team that plays hard and handles wins and losses with class.
Members of the Town Center Venture group discuss a $15 million redevelopment in the 600 block of Massachusetts not including the Lawrence Opera House. Kansas leaders lean toward federal farm policy stabilization, with practical political limits. The Lawrence Chamber hosted an Haskell Institute tour drawing over 1,000 visitors as 1968 municipal pool plans proceed with Elks Club building a junior Olympic pool. hydrophobia fears rise in 1908 as dogs, cats, and a mad horse case spur public health updates.
Allen Goodman reflects on the 2008 election battle rooted in uncertainty. Obama outshines McCain as markets fall and the public seeks a future-oriented, steady leadership. The piece notes the media glare, attack ads, and voters’ longing for nimble thinking and clear worldview.
Cal Thomas argues the second presidential debate failed to inspire voters with optimism or accountability. He faults both candidates for focusing on spending and partisan rhetoric, questions about hot issues, and for not challenging entitlement attitudes. He urges individual initiative and tax fairness over redistribution and warns against government overreach.
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