Lent and chocolate a columnist muses on sacrifice
Wanda Orton reflects on giving up chocolate for Lent and the broader idea of self-discipline. She recalls personal memories with Hershey bars, Turtles, and chocolate desserts, then emphasizes that true sacrifice lies in giving time and resources to help others beyond Lent.
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NATO pact signed and MLK assassination remembered
This 2012 history brief notes NATO signing in 1949 and MLK assassination in Memphis in 1968. It lists birth dates of notable figures, a 1974 Hank Aaron milestone, NATO languages, a Maya Angelou quote, a King funeral attendance figure, and moon phase dates.
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Voter IDs: scrutiny of registration and safeguards in Texas
Chris Buckner examines voter registration forms and the risk of ineligible voters. He cites Harris County officials noting an honor system and provisional ballots at polling locations. Precinct chairs Jane Roberts and Steve Green stress ensuring legal eligibility while upholding citizen voting rights.
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Steve Green
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Chris Buckner
Baytown
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