Perry State of the State sparks Texas budget rift
Texas Governor Rick Perry used his State of the State address to portray the state as strong despite a looming 27 billion dollar shortfall in the budget. Democratic lawmakers criticized Perry as campaign minded while Texans Care for Children honored former Gov. Mark White for advocacy for children. Background notes include White’s 1984 pay hikes and a 1982 tax pledge reversal.
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Bahrain seen as model partner in democracy push
Hillary Clinton praises Bahrain's democratic path during December Manama visit, noting obstacles and the need for a robust civil society under the rule of law. The excerpt places the statement in a February 17, 2011 historical context with unrelated date trivia.
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Today in history highlights from 1809 to 1964
Key events include the 1809 Ohio vote to establish Miami University in Oxford, the 1864 sinking of USS Housatonic by the Hunley, the 1865 Charleston and Columbia burnings, the 1959 Vanguard 2 satellite launch, and the 1964 Wesberry v. Sanders decision requiring roughly equal congressional districts.
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Republicans Become The Odd Party Out In Congress
Sociologists note three groupings in the 112th Congress Democrats Republicans establishment and ten party Republicans. The author argues the Republican Establishment has become the odd party out amid internal strife and contrasts past opposition to Obama with current tactics. The piece cites New York Times coverage and quotes Jacob Lew and comments by Mitch McConnell Boehner and Cantor. Donna Brazile contributes commentary.
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The Baytown Sun letters policy and contact info
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