Editorials weigh routes for bypass south of Lawrence
Douglas County commissioners warn closing 31st Street may prove impossible and preservation of 31st Street affects SLT route talks. Debates focus on 32nd Street versus a south of Wakarusa corridor, with traffic rerouting and growth projections guiding considerations for a north or south alignment.
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Falwell Apology Sparks Debate After Terror Attacks
Falwell’s contrite remarks during a televised address draw swift backlash as critics view his timing and framing as inappropriate amid national mourning after the catastrophe. He blames secular activists and fringe groups for influencing American culture, prompting renewed controversy.
Clashing civilizations and tolerance in faiths debate
Ellen Goodman argues that the core conflict is between fanaticism and tolerance across religions. She notes Falwell's apology and contrasts fringe zealotry with open, inclusive faiths, urging readers to examine how belief systems shape civic life and unity.
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Diana Eck
America
Harvey
Support for completing the South Lawrence Trafficway
Cap Gray of Lawrence urges completing the South Lawrence Trafficway to ease traffic now and in the future. He writes as a 1978 resident unable to attend meetings and claims a silent majority supports the project, backing the 31st or 32nd street options and asking for broader newspaper input.
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Garden analogy To the editor on Middle East retaliation
A reader compares revenge against Osama bin Laden to gardening. Killing terrorists may sow more seeds of extremism as the helpless in the Middle East endure perceived American power. The letter argues for restraint and consideration of consequences to prevent fueling further violence.
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America
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Regina Troyer
Lawrence
Public Forum letter on 9 11 impact and national unity
The writer reflects on fear and hope after the September 11 attacks, urging constructive action to foster economic hope, restraint against retaliation, and resilience. A Nigerian Alliance for Democracy statement expresses sympathy for America, supports justice, and lists lessons about life, unity, and national strength.
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