Repeal of 17th Amendment Gains Tea Party Backing in Texas
The Texas race for lieutenant governor features two Republican candidates, David Dewhurst and Dan Patrick, backing a constitutional amendment to end direct election of U.S. senators and restore appointment power to state legislatures. The idea, tied to tea party influence, faces near insurmountable odds as it would require two thirds in Congress and three fourths of states to ratify.
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Holiday Coat Drive seeks warm coats for families
Love INC partnering churches Texas First Bank and Community Resource Credit Union join The Baytown Sun to collect gently used or new coats blankets and sweaters. Donations accepted through November 20 with distribution set for December 4.
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Baytown Sun notes how to submit local news tips
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GOP battle pits pragmatism against Tea Party purism
Baytown Sun notes a shift as mainstream Republicans move to counter Tea Party pressure after recent government shutdown. It cites Cruz led clashes, Christie win in New Jersey, Cuccinelli loss in Virginia, and Byrne’s Alabama upset, with Cornyn and House races shaping next year's primaries and GOP fundraising efforts.
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November 13 in history highlights from the past
This date recalls the dedication of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in 1982, Franklin's death and taxes remark, California's 1849 constitution ratification, a deadly 1909 Cherry Mine disaster, the 1927 Holland Tunnel opening, and other notable events including Mariner 9’s Mars orbit, Silkwood’s death, and significant 2000s political notes.
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