Straus fights for a third term as Texas House speaker
Speaker Joe Straus defends a third two year term amid GOP opposition from figures like Rep. Bryan Hughes while facing Democratic shifts. Straus touts a 2011 budget cut and urges civil debate, as Tea Party pressure and potential 2013 freshman turnover color the race.
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San Antonio
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Trey Martinez Fischer
D-San Antonio
Mexican American Legislative Caucus
MALC
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Just Not the American Way Letter to the Editor
A reader bitterly contrasts Reagan and Obama focusing on constitutional oath and enforcement of laws. The letter argues Reagan’s amnesty contrast with Obama’s actions shows flawed reasoning, praising Reagan’s patriotism and urging readers to share viewpoints. It invites letters to the Sun with name and location.
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Obama must move off defense in 2012 campaign
Donna Brazile outlines four factors favoring an offensive Obama campaign. Voters want a future-focused plan built on historical context, recovery efforts like saving the auto industry, and honest messaging. Romney portrayed as wealthy and out of touch, while Obama’s storytelling ties personal struggles to national policy.
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Baytown Sun letter guidelines and delivery details
This page provides submission rules for letters and guest columns with contact options for Adam Vanelli and notes on editorial rights. It also lists non publication address and phone details, plus redelivery hours for missed papers and circulation office hours.
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