Texas to create capital writs office for death row appeals
Texas will establish the Office of Capital Writs, a nine person office to handle new death row appeals in state court funded by redirecting indigent defense money. Critics say federal appeals remain unresolved and older cases show flawed representation. One inmate, Keith Thurmond, laments losing his bid while awaiting relief.
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Rodney Ellis
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Lise Olsen
Ellis
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Texas college tuition for undocumented students debated
The Texas debate over in state tuition for undocumented high school graduates continues amid attorney general uncertainty about constitutionality. Advocates cite economic benefits and Dream Act support from the College Board, while opponents push legal challenges as proposals evolve.
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Texas
Leo Berman
R-Tyler
Greg Abbott
College Board
United States
U.S
Rep. Berman
Freedom and Self Control Editorial Principles
A 1988 Pulitzer winner proclaims core beliefs on freedom. The page credits Patrick Canty as publisher and Laura Dennis as editor with Ken Brodnax as editorial page editor. The piece asserts peace begins with the individual and freedom as a God given gift beyond political grants.
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Ken Brodnax
Care vs. Control
Thomas Sowell argues against government run medicine, warning that bureaucrats in Washington could override doctors and patients. He cites risks of medical limits, delaying care, and bans on drugs not FDA approved, urging cautious debate before sweeping reform.
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Congress
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A Cop Who Made a Difference in Los Angeles Public Life
Susan Estrich lauds Bill Bratton for modern policing and community focus during his tenure as LAPD chief. She notes his leadership, use of targeted resources, and efforts to integrate the department into neighborhoods, while forecasting his financial decisions and pool commentary with a light, opinionated tone. The piece commends Bratton's legacy and calls for continued community engagement.
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Bill Bratton
Rikki Klieman
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Bratton
Ed Meese
America
Kennedy School of Government
Benjamin Ward
New York
Hubert Williams
Newark
Richard Brzeczek
Chicago
Daryl Gates
Boston
Brzeczek
Gates
Chief Bratton
City of Angels
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