Lawsuit Aims to Change AISD Board Election System
A federal suit filed in Amarillo seeks to switch Amarillo Independent School District from a at large voting plan to single member districts to boost minority representation. Plaintiffs say the current system was partly designed to deny minority voters the right to elect their choice, while defenders cite poor turnout and qualifications as factors, not race.
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Amarillo Independent
League of United Latin American Citizens
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Heat safety tips for panshandle summer dangers
The piece stresses protecting the elderly, children and pets from extreme heat. It urges shade and water for outdoor animals, never leaving anyone in a parked car, staying hydrated, and avoiding overexertion. It notes Panhandle summers are mild but can hit hard, requiring vigilance for vulnerable people and animals.
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Editorial Page Note From Amarillo Daily News Board
A brief Amarillo Daily News note states that editorials on the left side reflect the newspaper’s opinion, as determined by its editorial board, with local and syndicated columns featured across the page.
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Verse of the Day Censures Traditions Over Goy Observances
The quotation lampoons prioritizing personal traditions over the broader call to honor the Goi and their obligations, suggesting a clash between ritual practice and inclusive faith. It frames a critique of selective reverence impacting communal ethics.
Barry Goldwater remembered as a bold conservative leader
A Claremont reminiscence recalls Barry Goldwater's rise from early support by Young Republicans in 1955 to becoming a defining figure in American conservatism. The piece notes his 1964 nomination for president, later mixed feelings about Nixon and Reagan, and a defense of his principled stance and enduring influence.
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National Review Magazine
State Senate Seats Crucial for Am A Ruane 9 Ob
Am and Ruane contend in a pivotal State Senate race as Obituaries note the passing of a longtime local figure. Community leaders, including Am and Ruane, mobilize support amid shifting political currents in the district.
The Triple Decker Generation Faces a Driver’s Seat Dilemma
A traveler records his 83 year old father's fading eyesight and a pending forced relinquishment of driving. The piece frames the middle aged son as part of the sandwich generation, juggling aging parents, their dependence, and the lack of a guide for elder caretaking.
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Boston
Providence
Goldwater as a Liberal Conscience and Conservative Icon
A biographical sketch of Barry Goldwater reflecting on his impact from the 1964 nomination through later years. It notes his portrayal as a physically fitting Southwest figure, his stance on liberty and limited government, and his lasting influence on the Republican Party and American politics. The piece recalls his statements, campaign grit, and enduring persona.
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