Veto debate over KU human sexuality class item
Lawmakers seek to strip funding from KU School of Social Welfare over an obscenity claim tied to a human sexuality course. Supporters call the videos instructional and essential for future professionals, while Gov Sebelius may strike the amendment. The issue sparks debate on education versus funding cuts.
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Survey on Governor Sebelius veto choice on obscene materials ban
A Kansas survey questions Gov. Sebelius about vetoing a bill that would cut funding to college departments using what is deemed obscene materials. Respondents included options Yes and None Bee.
No taxes for porn course at University of Kansas
A concerned taxpayer Ruth Jacobs argues against tax funding for a sexually explicit course at KU, urging funding cuts for the university and local library. She questions the teaching of such material, calling it hard-core pornography and asking who should teach it and fund it.
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Pass Bills Not Heated Passion
Lawmakers moved forward after a single anonymous student testimony. Now additional students come forward in support and urge careful review before advancing the measures.
Legislating by hearsay sparks public policy debate
A debate arises over basing public policy on the hearsay of a single anonymous individual. Critics call the method unbelievable and question what standard defines obscene.
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Humor Amid Bloodshed in Middle East Jokes and Tales
A lighthearted look at jokes from Arabs and Israelis amid conflict. The piece recalls a Syrian aviation quip, Belfast misdirection, Circassian and Palestinian banter, and a village fig tale, ending with a nod to an Iraqi inflation minister.
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