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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Oct 14, 2000
Page
8
Census Bureau figures show 1997 non payment rates for child support. about 2 million fathers and 1.72 million mothers failed to receive payments, with 289,000 fathers owed support not paid. The piece argues nonpayment drives poverty, strains public aid, and that paying support is an obligation, not optional.
The Journal-World notes its status as a periodical paid at Lawrence Kansas and recognizes membership in the Audit Bureau of Circulations and The Associated Press.
Jim Hoagland notes a week that fused foreign policy theater with the Bush Gore debate. North Korea’s Jo Myong Rok visit, Serbia's transition, and Middle East tensions shaped Washington’s urgency. Clinton must pace diplomacy while Bush and Gore claim command of the global stage.
A commentary notes the ongoing miniaturization of the American presidency since the Cold War, with voters potentially more comfortable with George W. Bush as president than Al Gore. It contrasts past strong chief executives with a reduced role for commander in chief and foreign policy, while critiquing Bush’s Kosovo peacekeeping remarks and highlighting the enduring impact of age and perception on voters.
Patti Pilshaw of Lawrence urges The Sun's Local section to highlight positive teen efforts beyond negative headlines. She cites Blue Springs marching festival and thousands of students in band, asking for regular honorable mentions to motivate teens toward constructive activities and pride.
In a Saturday Journal-World letter, Steve Sublett, Clerk of Wakarusa Township, explains that elected officials and county employees may participate in the health care pool and he pays his own monthly insurance. He notes the county or township bears no bill for his coverage.
The Lawrence school board withdraws from a $1.8 million fund to finance expansion at Lawrence High and West Junior High. The Kansas Board of Regents approves an extra $4.37 million in state funds for future KU Medical Center expansion.
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