Our View No real hope seen for Mideast peace
The piece argues there is no peace process between Israel and the Palestinian authority as violence escalates. It cites Israeli military crackdowns, Palestinian attacks, and general hardening of both sides against negotiations. Analysts from Cato challenge U.S. involvement, urging minimal aid until both sides seek peace.
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Lawmakers State Officials Contact Details
Republican lawmakers from Odessa Midland Lubbock Amarillo and state leaders list office addresses in Austin. Representatives Bud West Tom Craddick and Senators Robert Duncan Teel Bivins plus Governor Perry provide mailing locations in Texas.
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Buddy” West
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Midland
Robert Duncan
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Amarillo
Rick Perry
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Traficant’s eight year jail term vs Torricelli ethics review
Jacob Sullum contrasts Jim Traficant’s flamboyant graft case with Robert Torricelli who faced Senate Ethics scrutiny. Traficant is sentenced to eight years after a showy, self serving defense while Torricelli escapes prosecution and receives a lighter rebuke for questionable gifts and fundraising influence.
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What do we do now in Iraq war outlook
Chicago Tribune columnist Chapman compares Iraq policy to a political campaign and warns that a long, costly occupation could follow. He argues the United States lacks international backing, faces strong military and regional resistance, and would risk a protracted effort with uncertain outcomes.
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