Community unites against racial vandalism at Lawrence High game
Editorial notes two vandalism incidents at Lawrence High and Free State High including egging bleachers and a painted racial epithet. While condemning the acts, the piece highlights a positive response with many attendees wearing purple to symbolize equality. Superintendent Doll calls for discussion of race issues and accountability for the students involved.
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The Journal World invites letters under 250 words that are of public interest and avoid libelous language. The paper may edit letters for clarity while preserving viewpoints and requires the author’s name address and phone number for submission by mail to Box 888 Lawrence, KS 66044 or by email to letters at ijworld dot com.
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Orman race in Kansas frames national Senate clash
George Will notes independent Greg Orman in Kansas seeks to deny Pat Roberts a fourth term, provoking a clash over party control. Orman allies with whichever party is clearly in the majority, with implications for Senate power, deficits, and policy direction in a pivotal 2016 electoral dynamic.
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Old Home Town in 1914 University leadership call
Dr. Frank Strong, chancellor of the University of Kansas, said American universities must become successors to European institutions. He called for leadership in scientific and historical research, literary criticism, economic thought, and development of political and administrative leaders. Compiled by Sarah St. John.
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Emma Watson urges HeForShe to enlist men for gender equality
Leonard Pitts Jr notes Emma Watson at the UN frames feminism as a shared issue, urging men to join HeForShe. She argues gender equality benefits both sexes, citing harms of sexism to women and men, including stress, health risks, and missed opportunities, while calling for a global dialogue shift.
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