Kansas politics

Liberty_One

States Wrongly Cracking Down on Car Title Loans

Intervention in the car title loan industry isn't helpful

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Islamic Terrorism forces Censorship in United States

Comedy Central censors "South Park" after threats of violence by radical Muslim group. Terrorism thrives as the first amendment struggles to stay alive. UPDATED: July 21, 2010 - Alleged terrorist arrested.

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Fun Pictures of Recent Comment

Fun photos, photo shops, or photo ops that are spun from stories, news, blogs or comments.

Liberty_One

Has Stimulus Failed? Take Two

The question gets more and more valid every day.

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Guess That Online Editor's Nickname

A Welcome Aboard for the new LJWorld online editor. UPDATE: The blog has evolved from giving Whitney a new first name to guessing what Mom Mathew's pet nickname for Whitney was.

Liberty_One

The Free Market is Better than Democracy

Imagine if the market was run the same way we run elections. We'd all vote on what type of car we thought was best, and whoever won would be the car we'd all have to buy. So if 51% of the people like Ford and 49% like Toyota, we'd all ...

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TomShewmon (Tom Shewmon) - Un-Disappeardeded Blog

At the bequest of a fellow user (Tom Shewmon) this blog chronicles the non-disappeardeding of the verified user, Tom Shewmon. More importantly, it provides a place for the hundreds of eulogizing comments required at a time like this. UPDATED July 1, 2010 - Did Tom have a point? UPDATED July 4, 2010 - Welcome Back, Tom!

At Random

Lawrence Sound Event - July 3rd: Support for Community Shelter and Lots of Fun!

Michael Paull - Big Stack Daddy, Frut Snaxx, Forest of Luxury, Yeti Speak, Atomic Blues, Quiet Corral, Katlyn Conroy, Yes 'ir, Rachel Black, and Elevator Action. I can hardly wait!

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Justice Nominee Elena Kagan - Don't Hide It In The Closet

There have been rumors. A sneak peak into Elena Kagan's secret closet. Is she? Does it really matter?

Liberty_One

Getting Used to Socialism

People get used to the hardships brought about by socialism.

Did_I_say_that

Sales Tax Signs - Buyer Beware

Recent tax and zoning changes have created special sales tax districts. Should new signs warn consumers of the increased hidden cost of buying from these retailers? Updated with special a special sign for The Oread.

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Extreme Politics - The Radical Right and Loony Left

Radical Right or Loony Left - What is extreme politics and who are the extremists?

At Random

Reminder to submit science fiction September - excerpt, "The Poet - That Madman"

The poetess moved smoothly and confidently to the front of the packed auditorium. She had given readings of her poetry so many times previously that it caused as much excitement as her morning cup of caffeine tea......

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Perkins The Victim

A Photo Opinion Editorial of Lew Perkins' victim status. Updated with audio track.

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Lew Perkins Accepts "TicketGate" Responsibility

An improved photo, and audio, of Lew Perkins accepting responsibility for $1 Million ticket scam. Warning: This is humor: Do not enter without a funny bone!

Congressional Briefing

Tiahrt ad uses New York tax form

A Todd Tiahrt Senate campaign ad aimed at hitting opponent Jerry Moran on his tax record is drawing attention for another reason.

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LHS Graduation - "Parents of Calvin, Please Be Sitted"

The first graduation of a Lawrence High School class at the new athletic stadium is a great success for students. However, it did provide a learning opportunity for parents and LHS staff.

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USD 497 Elementary School Task Force

Superintendent Rick Doll has announced the appointment of 19 community members to the Lawrence Elementary School Facility Vision Task Force. Did the District do well in balancing representation?

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Obama - The Hottie with a Smokin' Body

President Obama with a smoking, little body. Or, not.

At Random

May 12th: National Limerick Day. Care to Write One?

Definition of limericks: a humorous verse or poem that is five lines long. The first two lines rhyme along with the fifth line and the third and fourth lines rhyme. Wow, much trickery than I would have thought!

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