Editorial urges strong U S response to embassy attacks
The piece denounces protests and attacks on U S embassies in the Middle East calling for a tough decisive White House reaction. It condemns attempts to placate militants and warns that ambassdors and staff are endangered by lingering tremors of anger among extremists. It argues the majority favor a firm but rational policy stance.
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New Mexico case tests limits of tolerance and belief
George Will discusses the Hu guenin case in New Mexico where Elaine Huguenin and her husband refuse to photograph same sex ceremonies. The NMHRC ordered $6,600 in attorney fees after ruling the business as a public accommodation. The piece explores free exercise and compelled speech issues and questions tolerances in modern rights conflicts.
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Birthday of Lawrence Railway and Light Company
The item notes that September 19 marks the three year anniversary of the I 1912 Lawrence Railway and Light Company. It recalls how three years ago the first cars ran down Massachusetts Street and electric street cars became a reality in Lawrence, with the firm growing into a major local institution.
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Not Frivolous Letter From Kansas Reader Targets State Objections Board
David Collins objects to Secretary Kris Kobach Attorney General Derek Schmidt and Lt. Governor Jeff Colyer on the State Objections Board over delaying a decision to remove President Obama’s name from the November ballot. He calls their remarks insulting and questions the frivolous label applied to Joe Montgomery’s objection.
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Derek Schmidt
Jeff Colyer
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Joe Montgomery
State Objections Board
Kansas
Lawrence marks 158th birthday and Sesquicentennial plans
The town reflects on Lawrence’s 158th birthday and the Sesquicentennial Point milestone, noting Phase II progress and future expansions including a Walking Time feature toward a 2054 bicentennial. The piece links commemorations to Quantrill’s Raid and Burning of Lawrence, while inviting sponsorship of stones and guiding readers to the parks site for details.
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Lawrence Parks and Recreation
Lawrences.org
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Public Forum voices on policy and Kansas ballot questions
A reader criticizes U S foreign policy and drone claims while denouncing Kansas officials led by Kris Kobach over delaying Obama on the ballot. The letter cites immigration, voter suppression, creationism debates and the birther issue as part of broader political critique.
Misplaced blame and Muslim riots debate letter
A reader argues Muslims are reacting to unfair treatment by terrorists rather than opposing American freedoms and urges fighting extremism, not Muslims. The piece echoes editor letters policy for submitting public forum letters to the Journal-World and requests contact details.
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