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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Sep 15, 2003
Page
8
Editorial argues for faster training and screening of pilots authorized to carry weapons, noting current barriers and delays. It cites safeguards like psychological testing and remote training sites, while stressing the need to prevent a 9 11 type takeover. Pilots push for rapid, thorough preparation including hand to hand drills.
A compact policy statement from the Journal-World outlining commitment to accurate fair reporting and nonpartisan coverage. It emphasizes safeguarding rights, exposing public dishonesty, supporting community improvement, and equal treatment of all citizens.
Iraq endures a brutal summer of car bombs assassinations and sabotage yet avoids chaos or civil war. U.S. led reconstruction continues though experts doubt its long term success as Saddam Hussein loyalists and Islamic jihadists infiltrate the country.
Jim Hoagland argues that Iraq's postinvasion trajectory hinges on fragile civic calm after each atrocity. He notes Shiite restraint after the Aug 29 Najaf attack, CPA efforts to protect sites, and FBI findings linking incidents to a single device maker. He suggests Sunni tribal incentives, local protection payments, and cautious engagement with Sunnis as paths to stabilizing pipelines and reducing insurgent impact.
Eva Edmands of Lawrence condemns the proposed $87 billion first year cost to rebuild Iraq and Afghanistan. She argues funds should address domestic crises such as unemployment, homelessness, rent and utility bills, and questions why billions are spent abroad instead of helping citizens stay safe at home. She supports troops but urges bringing them home alive.
Public forum details top five salaries in the KU athletic department office led by Lew Perkins at 400000 and including Larry Keating 145000 Jim Marchiong 140000 Brandon Macneil 95000 and Kelly Landry up to 130000. Total near 910000 amid fiscal crisis provokes questions about priorities and comparisons to campus leadership and other departments. The letter also argues against shaping state religion and notes religion in founding documents.
The Journal-World notes that over five years administrators’ salaries rose about 21 percent while classified staff gained 12 percent. In three months the new athletic director and assistants increased salaries, widening the gap further.
The Journal-World invites public letters on matters of interest 250 words or less. Letters should avoid name calling or libelous language and may be edited while preserving viewpoints. Writers must include name address and phone number and may submit via email to letters@journalworld.com.
The Lawrence area received light precipitation, but Douglas County crops still face drought as extension director Earl Van Meter says three more inches are needed to prepare seedbeds for fall planting of spring grains. A note recalls Ralph Houk’s rising Yankees role and a 1903 weather report urging warmth for the Civil War veteran reunion.
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