First Amendment Reflections From a Houston Area Editor
The Sun desk editor Emily Macrander reflects on the First Amendment, its protection of speech and press, and personal rights under threat. She recalls a professor, a foundation issue with a defunct home auction, and recent events including an Afghanistan attack video and a Mitt Romney fundraiser clip.
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Amegy Bank blood drive aids Gulf Coast Regional
Baytown Amegy Bank at 1300 Rollingbrook partnered with Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center for a Sept 4 drive. Twenty seven blood products were collected from 29 employee donors, with special thanks to Senior Vice President Mike Wilson who shared his 10 gallon donor story.
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Romney stumbles on 47 percent remark in private Florida funder
Mike Gunning argues Romney should be defended not vilified, asserting the remark was locker room style rhetoric in a private gathering. He compares the moment to Lombardi motivational banter, urges leaders to move past the misstep and focus on issues and long term leadership.
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Baytown Sun invites letters and guest columns
The Baytown Sun notes it publishes letters up to 250 words and guest columns up to 500 words, requires original submissions, and provides contact details for writers and editors. It lists publishers and staff names while outlining submission guidelines for readers.
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