Amarillo Extends Water Heritage with Ogallala Deal
Amarillo officials finalized a 21 million dollar purchase securing 71 000 acres of groundwater rights near the Ogallala Aquifer in Roberts County to safeguard the citys water supply. The accord, tied to storage capacity increases to 120 million gallons daily, reflects a proactive stance amid drought and rising demand.
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Salem Abraham
Ogallala
Roberts County
Amarillo
John Ward
Lake Meredith
Tommy Knowles
Texas Water Development Board
Lieberman Pick Signals Moderate Democratic Strategy
Democratic nominee Al Gore chose U.S. Senator Joseph Lieberman as running mate, a move aimed at appealing to independent voters and younger crowds. The choice contrasts with Dick Cheney and suggests a calculated moderate strategy to broaden the ticket’s appeal.
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al Gore
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Joseph Lieberman
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GOP
Dick Cheney
Republicans Arrive Amid Heat and Humidity in Philly
Delegates to the Republican National Convention endure stifling heat as they gather outside hotels and near the First Union Center. Sweat drenches shirts and hair while attendees exchange greetings under banners reading Renewing America's Purpose Together.
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Delaware River
First Union Center
America
Renewed purpose theme frames GOP health care pledge rally
The piece critiques Republicans embracing a "renewed purpose" in health care and education while highlighting a shift away from Nixon's Southern Strategy. It notes efforts to diversify appeal with a Rainbow Coalition aim and calls for George W. Bush to translate compassionate conservatism into concrete policy.
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Nixon
Powell
Hhe
George W. Bush
Editorial Page Note on Opinion Representation
Amarillo Daily News editorial notes state that left side editorials reflect the paper's stance while columns by local and syndicated writers may reflect individual viewpoints. The page clarifies opinion content from both staff and external contributors as part of its opinion section.
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Casting shadows behind the GOP convention
A critical take argues the Republican showcase favored moneyed interests over working Americans. It notes a class divide among delegates, scarce real jobs coverage, and shadow talks by anti PAC figures highlighting wealth and corporate ties. The piece quotes Jim Nicholson calling the party of small donors, while insiders push a green behind closed doors.
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America
Dick Cheney
George Bush
Tiffany's
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Elizabeth Dole
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Jonathan Kozol
Ron Sider
Bush
GOP
Jim Nicholson
McCain Endorses Bush and Remains Key GOP Asset
In Philadelphia at 30th Street Station John McCain calmly awaits a Washington-bound train after endorsing George W. Bush. The veteran senator remains a pivotal, if conflicted, figure for the GOP as discussions shift to debates and November results. Cy Mates cites observers on McCain's influence and potential role in rallying key voters.
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N.Y
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Texas
Bob Jones University
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