Attack Iran preemptively no way says Paul and Hayden
The piece argues U S policy risks war with Iran despite Ron Paul warnings and Michael Hayden remarks. It notes Hayden calls war with Iran inexorable yet officials deny misrepresentation. It urges restraint citing debt, economic costs, and regional stability concerns while rejecting preemptive attack.
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Hillary Rodham Clinton
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Clinton
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Lawmakers and Federal Officials Contact Details Listed
A segment lists U S Representatives and Senators with office addresses in Midland Odessa and Washington D C. It includes Rep Mike Conaway Republican Midland offices and phone numbers, Sen John Comyn with Senate address and contact options, and Sen Kay Bailey Hutchison with their contact details.
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Hart Senate
Washington, D.C
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Senate
Kay Bailey Hutchison
Russell Senate
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Let peace begin with me essay wins Pulitzer Prize 1988
The Odessa American features a dedication to freedom with quotes from Patrick Canty Laura Dennis and Ken Brodnax asserting peace and self control as a gift from God and a guide aligned with moral truths such as the Coveting Commandment the Golden Rule and the Declaration of Independence.
More freedom is a safe bet STEPHEN CHAPMAN
Stephen Chapman argues that expanding civil liberties and reducing government overreach strengthens democracy and individual rights, urging policymakers to prioritize personal freedoms as a foundational safeguard for society.
Online gambling debate exposes freedom versus bids for control
Annie Duke urged the House committee to back personal freedom and privacy in online activities as it moved to lift the federal ban on Internet gambling and regulate it. The vote faced opposition led by Rep. Bachus, while critics warned of safety and moral harm. The piece argues legalized Internet betting could channel revenues and reduce offshore risk, citing Britain’s experience and calls for tax harvests.
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Annie Duke
Spencer Bachus
R-Aiz
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Financial Services Committee
Barney Frank
Massachunie
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Luxor Las Vegas
Britain
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Federal interference on prison labor sparks Texas rights clash
Guest columnist warns that a House provision forcing collective bargaining for public safety workers could overturn Texas reforms, raise prison costs from about 18 000 to 46 000 per inmate annually, and threaten fiscal restraint. It cites Texas gains in crime reduction and community supervision, plus 10th Amendment concerns and potential litigation if the Senate does not remove the measure.
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Labor Relations Authority
House
Afghanistan
California
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Texas Corrections
Greg Abbott
Reddy
Center For Effective Justice
Thumbs Up for Permian Basin School Support Staff
Odessa American invites readers to celebrate registration prep by school support staff across the Permian Basin. The paper welcomes comments on topics via email, inviting thumbs nominations and opinions from the community.
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