Letters to the Editor

To submit a letter to the editor, please email your submission to letters@ljworld.com or mail it to Box 888, Lawrence KS 66044. Letters should be 250 words or less, be of public interest and should avoid libelous language. The Journal-World reserves the right to edit letters, as long as viewpoints are not altered. Letters must bear the name, address and telephone number of the writer.

Letter to the editor: Deli group has troubling record

To the editor: In response to Chad Lawhorn’s Oct. 22 article about the “unique group” planning to open the Yellow Deli in downtown Lawrence, it’s important to note that the proposed deli is not simply a charming new spot for “the best hot sandwiches in town.” The Yellow Deli is ...

Letter to the editor: Killing without due process

To the editor: I concede that there is far too much illicit drug use across our country. Having lost two nephews to fentanyl-related overdoses, I’m well aware of the resulting pain and trauma survivors experience. That said, I take extreme umbrage at our military being directed to attack ...

Letter to the editor: Is community safety a priority?

To the editor: I am writing this letter to the editor to publicly invite another Lawrence citizen to submit a letter to the editor — specifically District Attorney Dakota Loomis. Mr. Loomis, please explain to the community your detailed rationale for your office’s recommendation of ...

Letter to the editor: Qualifications, not patronage

To the editor: Kansas is clearly a “red” state. In any election, a Republican candidate could probably campaign in a swimsuit, speak an unknown language, and still be elected. Within the city of Lawrence, the converse is true. Ironically, the results are the same. Electoral patronage ...

Letter to the editor: Why is Moran a part of this?

To the editor: Sen. Moran, In writing from the “Young Republicans”: “I love Hitler.” “Everyone that votes no is going to the gas chamber.” “‘Hey, come on in. “Take a nice shower and relax.’ Boom - they’re dead.” “Watermelon people” “Fat stinky ...

Letter to the editor: An open letter to Jerry Moran

To the editor: Sen. Moran, I want to believe you are a decent human who decided to run for office so you could serve the people of Kansas to your best ability. How does standing by as a president who repeatedly says and shows ...