Texas Voters Face High Stakes in Stockman Cornyn Clash
Texas politics eye a high stakes Senate primary race as U S Rep Steve Stockman challenges U S Sen John Cornyn. The fight polarizes voters in the 36th district and tests party direction with pundits predicting a hard right tilt and debates over endorsements. Cruz has declined to endorse, signaling caution amid a volatile Republican field. Stockman’s candidacy adds tension to Texas’ GOP dynamics and shapes 2014 race discourse.
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Lawmakers and Officials Contact List for Texas Delegation
A compiled directory of U S Congress members and Texas state officials with office addresses in Washington Odessa Midland Lubbock and Austin. It includes Rep Conaway Neugebauer Gallego Sen Cornyn Cruz and Rep Tryon Lewis with phone numbers fax lines and official emails.
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Let Peace Begin With Me by Laura Dennis Wins Pulitzer Prize
The 1988 Pulitzer Prize winner Laura Dennis from Odessa American presents a credo on freedom and self-control. She argues that true freedom comes from self-mastery aligned with moral guides, including the Coveting Commandment the Golden Rule and the Declaration of Independence.
Stephen Chapman Critiques Lesson From Train Crash
Chicago Tribune columnist Stephen Chapman argues that a recent train crash reveals flawed safety incentives and regulatory gaps. He urges reforms to prevent derailments and protect commuters while noting political obstacles and implementation challenges.
Debate Over Positive Train Control After Metro-North Wreck
After the Metro-North crash, lawmakers and agencies wrestle with implementing Positive Train Control at a cost of over 10 billion dollars. Critics question whether the benefit justifies the expense while deadlines push for a 2015 rollout. Proponents say lives could be saved, yet analyses suggest the impact may be modest compared with other urgent needs.
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Thumbs Up Nomination for Holiday Helpers From Odessa American
The Odessa American invites readers to nominate volunteers who assist those in need during the holiday season. Email onletters 0a0a.com with thumbs up recommendations and include the helper's name and details of their good deed.
FOIA controversy over Sandy Hook 9-1-1 calls
Sullum discusses Connecticut State's Attorney Stephen Sedensky's bid to shield Sandy Hook 9-1-1 recordings from public release arguing FOIA exceptions. Judge Eliot Prescott rebukes the secrecy, stating public access aids government accountability and informs debate on gun policy and response.
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