The Plight of Iraqi Christians After the Invasion
This analysis outlines the decline of Iraq’s Christian community after 2003. It notes that despite constitutional protections, Christians face attacks and discrimination, with thousands fleeing to Kurdish regions or abroad. It cites a Baghdad church siege that killed 51 worshippers and two priests as part of broader violence.
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U.S
Iraq
Saddam Hussein
Saddam
Iran
Syria
Jordan
Europe
New York Times
Mosul
Baghdad
U.S. Commission On International Religious Freedom
Congress
Israel
Lawmakers and Federal Officials Contact List
A compiled list of U S representatives and senators from Texas and nearby states with office addresses in Washington D C and local offices in Odessa Midland and Lubbock. Includes Rep. Mike Conaway Randy Neugebauer Ciro Rodriguez Sen John Cornyn Kay Hutchison Rep Tryon Lewis Rep Tom Craddick Sen Kel Seliger Sen Carlos Uresti and related contact details.
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U.S
Mike Conaway
Midland
Cannon House
Washington
D.C
Fox
Eighth St
Odessa
Desta Drive
Conaway
House
Randy Neugebauer
Lubbock
Washington, D.C
Randy.house
Ciro Rodriguez
San Antonio
Rayburn House
Rodriguez
John Cornyn
Hart Senate
Tryon Lewis
P.O
Austin
Tryon.lewis
State
Tom Craddick
Craddick
Sen
Kel Seliger
Amarillo
E. University
P.O. Box
Senate State
Senate
Carlos Uresti
Let Peace Begin With Me Published By Free Press
A 1988 Pulitzer Prize note from Patrick Canty publisher Laura Dennis and Ken Brodnax proclaims a newspaper mission to empower readers with information for freedom. It argues self-control as a divine gift, aligning with moral guides including the Coveting Commandment the Golden Rule and the Declaration of Independence.
Education limits for top students spark debate in Evanston
Stephen Chapman argues that Americans undervalue high achievers and cites Evanston Township High School moving elite honors courses into regular classes. He notes racial imbalance in advanced coursework, warns grouping by ability can boost high performers but harms others, and questions equity and overall education quality.
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America
Evanston Township
Evanston, Ill
Chicago
Northwestern University
ETHS
Consortium On Chicago School
University of Chicago
Brookings Institution
Tom Loveless
the Atlantic Magazine
United States
Evanston
Chester Finn Jr
Thomas B. Fordham Institute
How JBS Parkway got its name
Roy Elsner recalls John Ben Shepperd’s influence in Odessa as he sought a lasting tribute. After failing to name a park, a Parkway honor was proposed and supported by leaders, gaining unanimous council approval. A public unveiling followed, honoring Shepperd before his death.
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Roy Elsner
John Ben
Doctor Elsner
Odessa
Barbara Jordan
Texas
Andrews Highway
42Nd Street
Parkway
John Ben Shepperd
John Landgraf
John
Odessa Chamber of Commerce
Roy
Billy Bassett
Grace King
Odessa Historical Society
University
Grace
Mamie
Dallas
Thumbs Up for Aghorn Energy Donation to Empty Stocking Fund
The Odessa American praises Aghorn Energy for a generous gift to the Empty Stocking Fund aiding needy families. Readers may share opinions on current topics via email, indicating a thumbs nomination.
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Aghorn Energy
Odessa
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