Debate as AP findings probe US drug war failures
El Paso District Attorney Jaime Esparza urges continued efforts to curb drug flow through law enforcement and treatment. The AP probe shows federal drug budgets often funded enforcement more than prevention, and U S drug czar Gil Kerlikowske concedes the 2011 plan does not fully match a health based strategy. O Rourke advocates marijuana legalization to blunt cartel violence in Mexico.
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Bascue family honors Garden City High School gymnast
Gloria Ann Bascue and Brad Bascue join sons and relatives in a Garden City High School hall of fame induction honoring George Babcock a 1978 GCHS graduate and SIU Hall of Fame gymnast. The late Babcock died of myelodysplasia in October 1998 in Texas after a storied career including bronze at World University Games and multiple national honors.
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Obama vows a tough review of offshore drilling permits
In a Rose Garden briefing Obama said the system failed and pledged responsibility across parties. He announced an Interior Department review of Minerals Management Service permits and described a 30 day safety review while lawmakers prepare hearings. Oil executives testified muttering blame as BP Transocean and Halliburton faced Congress.
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Budget plan bonds eyed for Kansas statehouse renovation
The proposed budget hinges on bonds to fund a statehouse renovation now enlarged to include underground parking and a bigger basement for offices and a visitor center. Leaders warn delays risk raising costs, while supporters hail the visitor center as the project’s crown jewel.
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Nominee Liu shows Asian progress in federal judiciary
The article notes Goodwin Liu, nominated by President Obama to the 9th U S Circuit Court of Appeals, as the potential second Asian judge on that court. It highlights Asian American underrepresentation in law and on federal benches, with comments from Wendy Chang on cultural expectations guiding career choices.
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