Bush Defends Iraq Plan Before Skeptical Congress
President Bush urged Congress to back his Iraq troop buildup, calling it the best hope in a war the nation must not lose. He pitched health coverage expansion and fuel savings as part of a broader agenda while facing Democratic and some Republican opposition in the first Democratic-led Congress in years.
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Reactions Split Over Bush Iraq Policy by Texas Congressmen
U S Rep Gene Green and Rep Ted Poe voiced divergent views on the presidents speech focusing on energy health care defense and the Iraq war. Green criticized the proposed tax on solid plans while Poe supported increased military aid and a revised strategy with Iraqi forces taking the lead by November.
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Mixed feelings on state of union address in Baytown area
Baytonians express mixed views after President George W. Bush’s speech on Iraq. Residents like Belinda Bullion and Donnie White voice concerns over troop strategy while Bill Hall urges decisive action and exit, and some locals skip the address, planning to view highlights later.
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Trustees set to issue 54.4 million bond sale
Goose Creek trustees prep for a 54.4 million bond sale as finance advisers note rates are at a low. They expect debt service taxes to rise about 10 cents over 2005 estimates, far below the originally projected 16 cents. The plan funds a 14th elementary, a third high school, and upgrades.
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Beach City honors volunteers and local businesses
Beach City recognizes Rita Standridge as Volunteer of the Year for efforts against an airport plan and pushing for a ZIP code. Barbers Hill Bank named Small Business of the Year, Enterprise Products earns Corporate Business of the Year, and W E Buddy Irby is named Person of the Year, praised for roots and community leadership.
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Omnibus Host Alistair Cooke Praised By Retired Editor
Wanda Orton, retired Baytown Sun editor, recalls Alistair Cooke’s Omnibus as entertaining and informative and urges viewers to demand higher quality TV across channels. She warns against accepting rubbish in media and calls for continued battles for clean air and mind.
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