Tuesday, September 22, 1998
The University Daily Kansan
Section A · Page 3
Adam Rosenshield (right), Madison, Wis. Juniors compare thoughts on the morality of abortion with (left to right) Paul Kulas, Trudy Ledbetter and Andrea Lee, who are from the
Center for Bioethical Reform. Both abortion-rights and anti-abortion-rights advocates demonstrated in front of Strong Hall yesterday. Photo by Matt J. Daugherty, KANSAN
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Cunningham was a lawyer, special assistant U.S. attorney and Pennsylvania state legislator before joining the center.
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"For more than 130 years, KU has been a place where the First Amendment is exercised and the free exchange of ideas encouraged," Hemenway said. "Today, though the manner of the mes-
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Chancellor Robert Hemenway encouraged students to avoid violent conflict.
On Sunday night, the display was on Daisy Hill and drew a violent protest. One student was arrested for allegedly driving a vehicle through the display, knocking down one sign and causing a center employee to jump out of the way. Another student was alleged to have been involved in an altercation with another of the center's employees.
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else," Puleo said. "How dare any group make me feel guilty about any decision I may or may not make?"
"We want to aid in the peaceful exchange of ideas," said KU Police Sgt. Trov Mailen.
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"Public opinion during the Vietnam War was changed using very horrific images beamed night after night into people's homes," Cunningham said. "Many people became angry with the press, but they also became disaffected with the war."
Executive Director Gregg Cunningham said the images used by the group were necessary to leave a lasting impression in the minds of students. He said the technique was similar to the one used by the media during the Vietnam War.
The KU Public Safety Office barricaded the area around both the display and the abortion-rights advocates. They also maintained a visible, uniform presence throughout the day.
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sage may be repugnant to many, we must continue that tradition."
Gregg Cunningham, anti
The display was produced by the California-based Center for Bio-Ethical Reform. It has a branch office in Wichita.
David Lee, director of operations for the center, said the group was a privately funded, non-profit organization.
A KU student was
Lewis' preliminary hearing is set for tomorrow.
A KU student was arraigned yesterday in Douglas County Court after an incident Sunday night at the anti-abortion displays on Daisy Hill.
KU student charged with assault after driving car through display
Greg Lewis, Norfolk, Va., sophomore, was charged with aggravated assault for driving his automobile through the anti-abortion display, running over a sign and nearly striking an anti-abortion advocate, the KU Public Safety Office said.
Lewis was freed on a $2,500 bond yesterday after spending Sunday night in jail.
abortion display organizer, said Sunday's incident was the first time any member of his staff had been assaulted. The group first displayed its anti-abortion signs and pictures at Pennsylvania State University in April. The University of Kansas is the second major university at which the display has been shown.
"Any time anyone reacts in a calculated, violent manner, there's going to be charges," Cunningham said. "Resorting to violence is wrong and needs to be dealt with severely."
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Warning! These outdoor presentations contain graphic genocide (including abortion) photos. As a gesture of respect to passersby and small children who may want to avoid this display by choosing an alternative route or simply looking away, the above notice is provided. In addition, large orange signs will be placed to warn approaching motorists and pedestrians.
Additional Public Symposia with Gregg Cunnningham (All KU students and faculty invited)
9/22/98 "Societal Implications of Green Hall, 7:00 PM Biotechnology" Room 203
9/23/98 "A Christian Perspective on Bio-
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9/24/98 Open debate with Gregg Budig Hall, 7:00 PM Cunningham on abortion and the Room 130 Genocide Awareness Project. Everyone who wants to speak will be guaranteed an opportunity.
All events sponsored by the University of Kansas Christian Legal Society and Jayhawker Campus Ministries. The Genocide Awareness Project is a production of the Center for Bio-Ethical Reform, Mission Hills, CA, in association with JUSTICE FOR ALL, Wichita, KS.