Time to raise the gas tax in Texas roads crisis
The San Antonio Express News argues Texas should raise the gas tax, noting it has remained at 20 cents since 1991 while inflation erodes value. It cites debt to fund roads, proposes options including higher gas tax, registration fees, or shifting vehicle sales tax, and endorses Proposition 1 as non tax.
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Baytown Sun seeks news tips on community events and milestones
The Baytown Sun invites readers to share news tips, photos, and ideas for features on local people and happenings. Send stories to sunnews baytownsun.com or call 281 425 8016, or mail to The Baytown Sun newsroom Baytown Texas 77520.
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Writer defends beliefs against faulty facts in letter exchange
A reader rebuts Cyrus Fletcher from the San Antonio Express News suggesting bias in an op ed. The letter defends constitutional republics, residency rules for voting, and natural rights, criticizing Fletcher’s methods and calling for factual accuracy.
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Obama as Commander in Chief the theater of war
Arkansas Times columnist Gene Lyons argues that President Obama's Middle East strategy faces political rather than purely military hurdles. He notes ISIS overreach, mixed public opinion, and the need for credible local partners while cautioning against ground troop commitments. Lyons frames Obama as the central actor in a difficult, theater like conflict.
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Today in History Highlights September 24 2014
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