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Newspaper
Baytown Sun
Location
Baytown, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 28, 2008
Page
4
The memorial note lists Fred Hartman as Publisher Emeritus 1950–1974 and Clifton E. Clements as Editor Publisher retired, with Jay Eshbach and David Bloom among staff, and M A Bengtson noted as community member on the editorial board.
Editorial by David Bloom of The Baytown Sun argues for moving the TAKS test from spring to fall. It contends current testing narrows curriculums and pressures teachers to teach to the test, and that earlier testing could serve as a diagnostic tool while freeing time for fine arts and electives.
A lively Austin debate on February 21 between Hillary Clinton and Barack Obama drew huge attention as Texas voters face a pivotal primary. The event attracted top Democrats and media, with Obama’s appeal energizing younger voters and stoking a Kennedy-esque revival mood, while Clinton challenged him on health care and NAFTA.
A list of U S government officials with titles and mixed contact details including President Vice President Senators representatives and a congressman. It names George W Bush Dick Cheney Kay Bailey Hutchison John Cornyn Ted Poe Ron Paul Gene Green and includes incomplete phone and fax numbers and web addresses.
The Sun provides contact for Clifton E Clements Publisher Sandy Denson Business Mgr Joshua Hart Circulation Manager Gordon Gallatin Advertising Director and David Bloom Managing Editor The Sun invites letters up to 300 words and guest columns up to 500 words with a photo required for columns.
The Baytown Sun outlines submission rules for letters and guest columns, including signature requirement, postal and email contact options, and editorial rights. It also notes delivery times and redelivery contact to ensure readers receive their newspaper by 6 a.m. Monday through Saturday and by 8 a.m. Sunday.
A reader argues that Hispanic citizens in Texas are American and hard working, challenging racist email bias. They credit Hispanic voters in California and predict strong impact on Texas Democratic primary, urging turnout and political influence while noting historic voter suppression and calls for equality.
A 72 year old urges readers to vote despite hospital stays and stresses the importance of choosing a candidate. The message highlights the freedom to vote, endorses participation regardless of outcome, and encourages early voting or voting on March 4th.
A reader urges support for Sheriff Joe LaRive, arguing the Democratic party abandoned him and noting others also switched parties. The letter defends LaRive against claims in a previous editor’s piece and hints at party realignment impacting local officials.
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