Latinos would gain most from closing Texas health gap
Sen. Sylvia Garcia argues Texas should expand Medicaid to close the Coverage Gap, citing 3.3 million Latinos without insurance and potential $70 billion net state gain plus 231,000 jobs. NCLR data and HHSC projections support Medicaid expansion for better health and economy. September Houston leadership gathering noted.
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September 25 in History Highlights and Milestones
On September 25 2014 the date lists historic events including the 1789 approval of 12 constitutional amendments by the first Congress. It notes Ethan Allen’s 1775 capture, a 1904 Fifth Avenue smoking incident, 1957 desegregation at Little Rock escorted by the 101st Airborne, 1964 Gomer Pyle premiere, 1981 OConnor swearing in, and a Thought for Today by Elisabeth Marbury.
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Voter ID debate over citizenship proof and turnout echoed
The San Antonio Express-News cites a Sun editorial arguing Texas voter ID harms turnout by denying access to those lacking identification. It claims 787,000 Texans may be unable to vote, a figure the state disputes, while Circuit Judge Tatel says the law imposes strict burdens on the poor and minorities.
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Rights, citizenship, and voting in constitutional context
A letter argues that citizenship proof parallels voting rights with constitutional guarantees. It cites the 14th and 15th Amendments to support citizen-based privileges, noting historical roots and asserting that voter eligibility and citizenship enforcement are related duties, not burdens. It reflects partisan views on voter fraud and constitutional democracy.
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Going walkabout to a healthier pace with friend Liz
Jane Lee describes plans to start walking for health with friend Liz using track walks and local park trails. Baytown Parks runs Baytown Walks in October and November with free one hour sessions at Bayland Britton Jenkins NC Foote Parks on Tue and Thu mornings and evenings.
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