Kennedy Assassination Editorial Remembers A Great Leader
The Baytown Sun editorial marks the 53rd anniversary of President John F. Kennedy’s assassination, praising his courage, humility, and dedication to equality. It notes his restraint in Congress, foreign policy prudence, and the nation’s sorrow, calling him a symbol of freedom.
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Promises to America Incoming Trump Residency
A reader comments on Donald Trump claiming a four year lease on the White House and recounts his campaign tactics. It notes a settled class action fraud suit against Trump University for 25 million dollars and asks if more promises will be kept.
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Baytown Sun cartoons draw reader backlash in election cycle
A letter from Judy Eudy and Mary Harmon criticizes the Baytown Sun cartoons as tasteless and biased, arguing they misrepresent reader opinions after the election. The writer pleads for newspaper alignment with blue collar readers in East Harris and West Chambers counties, urging a shift away from national media and DNC alignment.
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First Battle of Ypres Ends in Allied Victory
Today in history notes the 1914 end of the First Battle of Ypres with an Allied victory over Germany. Thought for Today quotes Aldous Huxley on how experience shapes action, reflecting on how events are faced.
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San Jacinto activists clash with anonymous funding critic group
The San Jacinto River Coalition faces sharp critique from Keep it Capped over funding transparency and education outreach. The anonymous group also questions allocations and funding sources while the coalition defends its disclosure and cites EPA waste removal as the priority.
EPA extends public comments on San Jacinto River pits
The EPA has granted a 45 day extension for public comments on the San Jacinto River Waste Pits. Comments are due January 12 and can be submitted online by email or mail. Jacquelyn Young, executive director of the Texas Health and Environment Alliance, leads the San Jacinto River Coalition. For details visit thea.org.
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Debate over Abolishing the Electoral College
In 2000 Hillary Clinton warned of a clouded race as Gore won the national popular vote but lost the Electoral College to Bush after the Florida recount. The piece surveys fears, the 5-4 Supreme Court decision, and calls to move to a popular vote or reform by Maine, Nebraska style district allocations, or state coalitions. it notes continued debate and cites Clinton Obama praise and possible constitutional hurdles.
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