Texas view on reform hopes as Ryan misses budget deadline
The piece argues reform hinges on House GOP unity as Paul Ryan misses the April 15 deadline to adopt a budget resolution. It notes Freedom Caucus resistance, potential government shutdown risks, and explores Medicare and Social Security fixes. It mentions entitlement pressures, Medicare drug discounts, any willing provider policy, and payroll tax cap ideas to stabilize the programs.
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Texas lawmakers contact list for federal and state offices
A compact directory lists U S Representatives and Senators with their Washington, DC addresses, phone numbers, and emails including Mike Conaway, John Cornyn, Ted Cruz, and Randy Neugebauer, plus state reps Tom Craddick and Brooks Landgraf. Local Odessa and Midland offices are noted.
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Mike Conaway
Midland
Cannon House
Washington
D.C
Fox
W. Eighth St
Odessa
Desta Drive
Conaway
House
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Hart Senate
Washington, D.C
Cornyn
Senate
Ted Cruz
Dirksen Senate
Cruz
William Hurd
Helotes
Hurd
Randy Neugebauer
Lubbock
Randy.house.gov
Tom Craddick
Republican
Capitol
P.O
Austin
Tinyurl
Brooks Landgraf
West 4Th St
Capitol Extension
Brooks
Landgraf
House State
Jacob Sullum Profiles and Columns Source
Jacob Sullum, a syndicated columnist, is highlighted with reference to his writings. The note points readers to further material on reason.com, linking to his author page and recent pieces.
Sanders tightens stance on gun lawsuits amid Clinton clash
Vermont senator Bernie Sanders faces pressure to align with the Democratic line on gun control after a debate with Hillary Clinton. He condemned a lawsuit against Sandy Hook gun makers yet later suggested victims retain the right to sue, a stance that appears to mix firm opposition with cautious ambiguity.
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