Public sees news bias. Pew survey sparks alarm
The Dallas Morning News notes Pew Research Center findings that a majority view the media as biased, a drop since 1987 with more liberals skeptical and many turning to the Internet for news and comedy shows. It warns media and public must improve balanced coverage and civic responsibility.
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Baytown Sun Editorial Board Meets Weekly at 2 P M
The Baytown Sun announces its editorial board holds weekly meetings at 2 p m on Wednesdays to discuss community issues. Readers are invited to visit and arrange appointments through Managing Editor David Bloom at 281 422 8302. Board members include Wanda Garner Cash, David Bloom, Joseph Lohan, Dee Anne Navarré, Jim Finley, and Jane Howard Lee, with two retirees listed.
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Baytown Sun invites public letters and columns
The Baytown Sun invites readers to submit original signed letters or guest columns on public issues. Submissions should include a non publishable address and phone number, be limited per month, and may be edited or rejected. Send to Wanda Garner Cash or David Bloom at P O Box 90, Baytown 77522, or fax 281 427 1880 or email sunnews baytownsun com.
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Driftwood reader letters harshly critique Bush and U S policy
Baytown Sun letter from Driftwood writer Peter Stern accuses the president and U S governance of irrational, oppressive trends. He claims Americans lack affordable health care and that the economy shows no real recovery while critics doubt democracy in the Middle East.
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Education funding rant urges fair taxes over sin levies
Richard and Susan Swint of Paris Texas argue against sin taxes funding education. They call for straightforward arithmetic to repeal current school property taxes and replace with a uniform statewide tax tied to per student costs. They urge tuition free junior colleges and yearly financial adjustments, urging readers to contact their representatives.
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Baytown Goose Creek Club kicks off Spring Classic fundraiser
Baytown Goose Creek Country Club thanks Baytown for support of the Spring Classic Celebration. Over 1,600 Baytonians joined the Community feast and Priceless Treasures garage sale. A scramble golf tournament on April 26 will honor surviving Charter Members. Sponsorships and player positions available. Call 281-424-5534. Sylvia Lohkamp Event Chairwoman.
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This Day in History Highlights and Notable Dates
On April 22 2004 the calendar marks anniversaries from 1451 Queen Isabella birth to 1993 Holocaust Memorial Museum dedication. Notable events include 1889 Oklahoma Land Rush noon start and 1970 Earth Day first observed. Nixon death noted ten years prior with a hospital death after a stroke.
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Goose Creek oil field injuries spark Houston district suits
In 1951 Houston district courts saw lawsuits totaling 155000 to seek damages for injuries from Goose Creek oil field accidents. The cases reflect early industry risk and local legal action surrounding hazardous work sites.
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Unions face Beck rights over political dues and refunds
San Diego Union Tribune columnist Joseph Perkins argues AFL-CIO leaders suppress Beck rights, noting unions cannot compel dissenting members to fund political activity. He cites Beck v. Communications Workers as the basis for refunds and warns of potential tens of millions in costs if dues are partisan.
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