Minding your own business by Don Taylor
The author reflects on the presidential election showing deep national splits but argues the system works and democracy endures. He notes divisions by race, class, and party yet asserts freedom, voting, and markets will steer recovery and change. The piece criticizes biased media and entrenched power fearing loss of influence.
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America
I See the Positive Here on the Rift in American Politics
The writer argues US government hinges on a balance of power between money and God driven forces. Using a Michigan congressman as example, he suggests strong union support shifts votes and narrow wins force moderation. He praises evenly divided House and Senate and invites civil disagreement awaiting the next ballot.
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United States
Michigan
Washington
House
Senate
Austin 2000s style crisis echoes 1873 Texas fight
State Capital Highlights notes a dramatic election dispute in Austin tied to a 1873 governor’s race where Richard Coke defeated E. J. Davis by two to one. The piece links a Supreme Court review of a technical law issue to ongoing political tension in Texas capital history. A Floridian is mentioned as stirring trouble.
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Don Taylor
House
Senate
Supreme Court
Austin
Texas
George W. Bush
Richard Coke
E.J. Davis
Davis
Local Chamber Urges Support for Brownfield Shop Local
Brownfield Chamber President Mike Speed urges residents to keep dollars in Terry County during the holidays. He argues shopping locally sustains neighbors and businesses, notes missing local options, and stresses gifts from the heart over store purchases.
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Brownfield
Lubbock
A.J
Chamber of Commerce
Mike Speed
Texas election crisis echoes 1874 constitutional clash
The Texas Supreme Court in 1874 ruled the election unconstitutional over a semicolon in the election law. Davis refused to concede, Coke pressed a claim to the governorship, Austin saw two rival factions vying for control, and federal help was sought then denied. The era ended with a 102 gun salute at Coke’s inauguration as 2000 politics echo the past. The 77th Texas Legislature opens January 9 with over 400 bills in consideration and March 9 filing deadline approaching.
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Davis
Rodriguez
Texas Supreme Court
Coke
pro-Davis Supreme Court
Austin
Capitol
U.S. Grant
Texas
Terrific Eating Tips From County Extension Agent
Mrs. Jane Bray offers 20 holiday eating tips to avoid weight gain. Tips emphasize a new eating approach, balanced nutrients, restraint, and keeping a food diary. Includes fat reduction guidance and lean meat choices with practical serving sizes.
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Jane Bray
FCS
Association
Kindness From Coleman Park Neighbors Noted
Letter to the editor recalls November 17 to 18 when cousins visiting Coleman Park from Colorado received help after their pickup broke down in snow by the tennis courts. Several locals offered aid, including two women who helped twice. a man assisted by driving the wife home and staying with the tow truck mechanic. Arlene Kennedy.
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Colorado
Coleman Park
Arlene Kennedy
What I would give this Christmas
A warm meditation on the year end and the gifts of love mercy and presence. The author Gina Caswell Kelly invites readers to consider intangible presents like unconditional love tolerance gratitude and memories over material gifts.
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Parenting News
Gina Caswell Kelly
Political contacts and offices for U S figures and Texas officials
A list of political figures with offices and phone numbers in Washington and Texas. Names include President Bill Clinton, Kay Bailey Hutchison, Pai Gramm, Larry Compest, Governor George W. Bush, Sen Rupert Duncan, State Rep Gary Walker, with addresses in Washington D C Austin and surrounding areas.
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Bill Clinton
Warre House
Pennsylvania Ave. NW
Washington, D.C
Kay Bailey Hutchison
R-Texas
Hart Senate
Pai Gramm
Russett Bullpina
D.C
Lussock
Washington
Larry Compest
Laneworth Bupg
George W. Bush
Austin
Rupert Duncan
Luspock
Gary Walker
House of Representatives
P.O
Plains
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Texas Press Association
Florida
al Gore
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