Vision for Lawrence Horizon 2020 plan needs rethink
The Horizon 2020 comprehensive plan adopted in 1997 has been amended many times, but local officials now seek a deeper review by a 10 member steering committee. In-house planning may complete changes by mid 2015, unless a full new document is required. Population projections, census counts, and a shifting local economy prompt a broader vision for Lawrence and Douglas County.
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Carson slurs Obamacare as worst since slavery in speech
Leonard Pitts Jr. notes Ben Carson called the Affordable Care Act the worst thing since slavery at a Values Voter Summit. The column argues the claim is racist rhetoric that trivializes slavery, harms the GOP brand, and damages public understanding of history.
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ACA sign up glitches spark public outrage
The ACA online registration launch faces harsh criticism for widespread problems. Critics say the system should have been tested thoroughly and fixed immediately before rollout. They argue officials deny fault and downplay the impact on Americans seeking insurance.
ACA sign‑up woes spark questions on government competence
Mike Hoeflich questions why the federal government can run vast surveillance and cyber programs yet struggles to launch the Affordable Care Act sign up. He warns that ongoing online glitches risk discouraging healthy, young Americans from enrolling and calls for a smooth implementation or a rethink of the program.
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Public Forum on Dependency and Obamacare Debate
Letter writer Artie Shaw argues against a culture of dependency in Congress and urges nonpartisan redistricting. Gary Henry condemns the government shutdown and extortion tactics over Obamacare while defending ACA as helping millions.
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Grateful Fellow Says Thanks Aftercare Director Honors
Phil Friedeman, director of Aftercare, expresses gratitude for Lawrence Journal-World sponsors and staff Emily Mulligan Nick Krug and Julie Wright. He credits nominees Warren-McElwain Mortuary staff and grief program survivors, sharing a store encounter where a reader recognized him from the Journal-World. He notes healing through gratitude and aims to say thanks more often.
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