Dole Institute hosts civil dialogue on Phelps case debate
An editorial lauds the Dole Institute of Politics for hosting a Constitution Day event featuring constitutional scholars from Kansas University and the University of Missouri. The discussion on the pending Supreme Court case involving the Phelps family emphasized free speech questions and civil discourse. About 300 attendees heard opposing viewpoints, reflecting a desire to elevate civic engagement above current public rancor.
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Topeka
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Dole Institute
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University of Missouri
Washington
Bob Dole
Haskell faces leadership gap as federal grant aids campus
U S Department of Education awards 1.6 million in federal funds to Haskell Indian Nations University to boost academic quality management and financial stability. Officials say money will enhance advising and retention while the search for a permanent president remains unresolved. Linda Warner remains acting president amid delays and calls for stable leadership.
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Haskell
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Linda Warner
Warner
Lawrence
Gallup shift fuels midterm worry for Democrats
Washington analysis shows conservatives rising to 42 percent from 37 over two years, with moderates and liberals slipping. Third Way calculations imply Democrats may lose key states in 2010 if turnout mirrors Obama era patterns, affecting Senate and governor races.
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Public Forum Letter on School Lunch Standards in USD 497
A Lawrence reader condemns school lunches consisting of chips and fake cheese with high fructose corn syrup. She argues children are harmed and questions USDA oversight, urging focus on nutritious meals for needy students and accountability for funding tied to chip based meals.
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Corn Processing Association
Melinda L. Toumi
Lawrence
Editor defends KU School of Business leadership and differential tuition
Howard Cohen of Leawood writes in support of Dean Bill Fuerst and the differential tuition plan. He says student oversight existed and should exist again, praising transparency, achievements, and the school’s competitiveness while urging readers to recognize broad progress over a few criticisms.
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Howard Cohen
Leawood
Warsaw Surrender Misstated in War Records
A reader challenges historic notes on September 27 1939 stating Warsaw surrendered to Nazi Germany and the Soviet Union. The letter argues Warsaw only capitulated to Germany after three weeks of bombardment while Soviet invasion occurred earlier in eastern Poland. The author outlines Polish government movements, exiled command, and continued resistance through 1945.
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Journal-World
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Anna M. Cienciala
Lawrence
Old Home Town Years Ago In 1985
Local fundraising through St John s Catholic Church raised about 4000 for Mexico City quake victims with a charity in Mexico City aiding orphaned children. The American Red Cross collected around 1000 in donations as well. City inspector Ken Jorgensen noted a possible building code violation may have helped spread a Rent Apartments fire, with 1966 code requiring an enclosed stairway. 30 occupants could not exit due to heat and smoke. Inspections of other Lawrence apartments may follow.
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Lawrence
Journal-World Letters Policy and Submission Rules
The Journal-World invites letters to the Public Forum under 250 words about public interest. The paper may edit for clarity but not alter viewpoints. authors grant nonexclusive rights to publish and distribute. Submissions must include name address and telephone, sent to Box 888 Lawrence KS 66044 or by email to letters ljworld.com.
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