Doctors and juries in Kansas spur debate on exemptions
A Kansas orthopedic surgeon Dr. James H. Garner Jr. urged legislators to exclude physicians from jury duty. He argued doctors face undue hardship while patients suffer. Special committee reactions were cool and editors note opinions are guest views.
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Congress to consider gun show background checks reform
Editorials from several papers urge Congress to require background checks at gun shows, a modest step to keep firearms from criminals, while noting House and Senate resistance and urging pressure from mayors and police chiefs. A broader gun violence crisis persists alongside debates over policy and cultural attitudes.
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Be Your Kids Cheerleader and Help Them Succeed
Vickie Hull, a regionally syndicated columnist from Lawrence, argues parents should play the role of constant cheerleaders for their children. She compares parenting to sports rallying, urging unwavering support, knowledge of each child’s strengths, and proactive encouragement to overcome life’s challenges.
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Incremental peace talks amid Middle East anchors
Charley Reese argues that progress hinges on realistic, incremental diplomacy between Barak and Arafat. Settlements and refugees anchor both sides, making *final* deals unlikely but a cautious truce possible. He calls for patience, less U.S. political pressure, and time for Barak and Arafat to haggle.
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