Online sales tax fairness debate grows across states
Editorial argues states lose revenue as online sellers avoid collecting sales tax without physical presence. Cites Connecticut law prompting remotes to collect, potential 152 million yearly, with Amazon cited for Kansas tax. Notes national push via Main Street Fairness Act and calls for federal standard and state action.
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Lawrence
Connecticut
Associated Press
Amazon. Com
Amazon
Coffeyville
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Basketball labor fight shows little sympathy for players
George Will notes a broad, complex NBA labor dispute centered on a 50 50 revenue split and luxury tax. He contrasts players earnings and sacrifice with owners profits, citing a history of economic incentives, global growth of the sport, and the broader context of fans and markets.
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George Will
Washington Post Writers Group
Grant township forms a neighborhood literary society
Old Home Town notes Grant township residents unite to establish a regular literary society, viewing night schools as a shared public use of school buildings. The Journal-World backs night schooling in Lawrence as a public asset, promoting social and literary benefits for all residents.
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Grant Township
Lawrence
Public Forum: Taxing the rich and economic growth
A reader argues that high top marginal tax rates from 1947 to 1979 spurred strong growth and rising family incomes across brackets. He contends that 1980–2007s tax cuts benefited only the top 1 percent, increased deficits, and weakened government, urging opposition to cuts. Paul Atchley, Lawrence.
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Paul Atchley
Lawrence
No easy path to escape student loan debt, says Gary Hamon
A reader profile argues against the idea of forgiving student loans. The writer describes a long, costly route to wealth via marriage, work shifts, schooling, shifting careers, and eventually starting a business. He mocks the notion of “economic slavery” and invites those unable to repay loans to contact the author.
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Gary Hamon
Lawrence
Polarized positions in national political debate
Chris Chapin laments growing Democrat and Republican polarization with ideologues on both sides using hyperbole, fear, and name calling. He notes voters are pressured to pick an extreme stance, trading intelligent representation for fear of the other side.
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Chris Chapin
Lawrence
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