Judging judges performance aids Kansas voters
Editorial endorses the Kansas Judicial Performance Commission as a tool to inform voters about judges in Douglas County and across the state. Surveys from attorneys and nonattorneys, plus an online biographical and data-rich summary, offer insights into judges' strengths, weaknesses, and overall conduct on the bench.
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Palin tested on national stage in race to presidency
Washington observer David Broder frames Sarah Palin’s upcoming campaign activities as a steep learning curve for national office. Palin faces intense scrutiny from acceptance speech to October 2 Biden debate, with convention reactions split between enthusiasm and concern over past decisions.
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Letter to editor on Centennial School plan change
Adrian Melott of Lawrence objects to closing Centennial School and converting its green space into artificial turf and parking. He argues the community needs recreation space for youth over athletic facilities and asks the editor to consider the public impact.
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Bush Justice Department Faces Probes Over Political Favors
A recent report cites concerns that the Bush Justice Department prosecuted more Democrats than Republicans and fired U S attorneys for political reasons. Critics say Congress seeks to investigate politicization while the administration resists subpoenas and appeals to run out the clock.
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Public Forum Letters On Bush Palin And City Planning
Readers discuss political accountability and policy fear with Bush and Palin imagery while critiquing local governance and city planning in Eudora and Lawrence. The Journal World outlines letters policy and submission details for public comment.
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Lawrence Hometown News From 1908 Labor Day Update
Old Hometown notes Skip Moon secures bank loan to avert foreclosure on a mortgage Lawrence National Bank planned to foreclose on. University State Bank President Don Johnston notes qualified guarantors needed for payments. Enrollment figures for Eudora and Baldwin schools are listed. City mulls a youth curfew. 1908 Lawrence Daily World item includes street car franchise delay and Manual High School opening details and the death of Frances Carruth.
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