Editorials on Debates Show Romney Momentum and Obama Shortfalls
The editorial weighs the three presidential debates, arguing Romney built a stronger, more credible case for the White House while Obama failed to convincingly counter Romney’s surge. It notes Benghazi controversy, economic woes, and questions over last minute strategies as voters head to the polls on November 6.
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Letters Policy for public forum at Journal-World
Public letters must be 250 words or less and address public interest. Avoid name calling and libelous language. The Journal-World may edit letters without changing viewpoints. Submission grants nonexclusive publishing rights. Include name address and telephone. Mail to Box 888 Lawrence KS 66044 or email letters ljworld.com.
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U S ambivalent on foreign policy in a McGovern era echo
George Will notes the death of George McGovern as a hinge across four decades of U S foreign policy. He argues voters now show ambivalence toward global leadership, while Obama and Romney converge on rhetoric and policy aims amid debates over Iran Syria and Libya and the cost of imports from China.
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Big Suffrage Rally Planned at Bowersock Theatre
Lawrence Daily Journal-World notes a large suffrage rally planned for Sunday afternoon at the Bowersock theatre with Dr Anna Shaw to speak. Local league favors an afternoon downtown meeting over a night event. Milo Wood of Jefferson county registers his Lawrence area farm as Sunny Side Home.
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Central East Lawrence School Bond Plan Misrepresented
A contributor clarifies that the Central and East Lawrence Elementary School Consolidation Working Group unanimously recommended a bond to improve all elementary schools, noting faster growth in six east and central schools and decades of deferred maintenance. The piece argues that size alone does not boost learning, emphasizes staff and instruction quality, and highlights district budget constraints shaping any 21st Century Learner Model plans.
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