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To the editor: Who is responsible for Iran’s possession of 441 kg of 60% enriched uranium? Donald J. Trump. When Trump withdrew us from the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) in May 2018, Iran had no uranium enriched beyond the prescribed 3.67%, was treaty-bound not to enrich further ...
To the editor: As a former law clerk to three federal judges, including one appellate judge, I have a unique perspective into the work of a judge. With that perspective in mind, I can say with confidence that electing our Kansas Supreme Court justices would result in a far less efficient ...
To the editor: I suggest that the Dillons building on 23rd Street be repurposed as a roller skating rink. Lawrence needs one, and its citizens should not have to drive to KC or Topeka to find one. John Brewer, Lawrence
To the editor: Wealth inequality in the United States has reached levels that should concern every American. While millions of working families struggle to afford housing, healthcare, childcare and higher education, a small percentage of the population continues to accumulate enormous wealth ...
To the editor: In the sixty seconds it takes to carry a shopper’s groceries to their car from our local food bank, I learn plenty. “My back is going out. It’s been a day,” the woman offered while I slid her box of produce into her trunk. “If you don’t mind, what do you do?” I ...
To the editor: I am deeply disappointed by the Kansas Legislature’s recent decision to prohibit all content relating to diversity, equity and inclusion from required courses in our colleges and universities. The consequences of this legislation, if not its intent, are anti-democratic, ...