Johnson turns program into personal college fund
Dallas Congresswoman Eddie Bernice Johnson steered 2005 to 2009 Congressional Black Caucus Foundation scholarships to six relatives and district staffers rather than qualified constituents. Despite claims of no favoritism, the six recipients did not meet GPA or residency rules, prompting calls for repayment and scrutiny of Johnson’s actions amid her large in district influence and salary.
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Texas House speaker's power grows with longer tenure
The speaker's power in the Texas House increased from the 1960s onward, evolving into an executive speakership in the 1970s. Long tenures, strategic leadership, and redistricting helped speakers leverage authority, while shifts from Democrat to Republican leaders reshaped governance and budget battles ahead of the 2011 session.
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Joshua Hart Circulator Manager Contact
Joshua Hart serves as Circulator Manager for the Baytown Sun. Reach him at joshua.hart baytownsun.com for circulation questions or deliveries related inquiries.
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The Sun Accepts Letters and Guest Columns
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Beck rally draws mass but draws fire over politics
Donna Brazile notes Glenn Beck led a large Restoring Honor gathering that blurred lines between nonpolitical tribute to troops and political revival. She contrasts the event with Rev. Sharpton and MLK III’s Reclaim the Dream rally, highlighting era and leadership contrasts and Beck’s later admission of fault.
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