Obama delays Syria vote aims diplomacy over force
President Obama said diplomatic steps offer potential to remove Syria chemical weapons threat without force but the U.S. military will keep pressure on Assad and be ready to respond if needed. He asked leaders to postpone a congressional vote authorizing force while pursuing UN backed international control and destruction of weapons.
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KU Endowment raises 174 million for Far Above campaign
KU Endowment reports 174 million raised with 2.6 million unrestricted and 146 million available in cash for next year. 2013 gifts total 143.3 million, 30.4 million deferred commitments, 500 thousand to KU. Campaign aims to reach 1.2 billion by 2016, with 923 million raised so far. Endowment credits university programs and strategic planning for donor support.
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Kansas lawmakers reject military strike on Syria
After White House talks, U.S. Senators Pat Roberts and Lynn Jenkins reiterate opposition to using force in Syria. Roberts says Kansans oppose action and distrusts a diplomatic path with Russia and the United Nations. Jenkins backs diplomacy and remains against military intervention. Pompeo was the lone immediate exception among Kansas lawmakers.
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