Ron Paul’s Libertarian Momentum In Republican Race
In our view Ron Paul’s surge in fundraising and growing poll traction mark a notable shift in the GOP race. His Internet driven support has produced two single day fundraising bombs and his stance on small government and non interventionism resonates with younger voters. If trends hold he could place higher in Iowa and New Hampshire, potentially earning influence in future policy discussions.
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Political snapshot of presidential candidates split across parties
Thomas Sowell critiques the 2008 style primary field, noting pessimism about many candidates. He singles out Fred Thompson for policy but weak presentation, and Mitt Romney and Barack Obama as standout communicators. He warns about Hillary Clinton and other contenders amid concerns over national dangers and nuclear threats.
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Lawmakers and federal officials contact details list
U S Rep Mike Conaway Republican of Midland with district offices in Washington Odessa Midland and Fifth Floor Odessa. U S Rep Randy Neugebauer Republican of Lubbock with Cannon House Office in Washington. U S Sen John Cornyn Republican with Hart Senate Office. U S Sen Kay Bailey Hutchison Republican with Russell Senate Office and Odessa office. Rep George E Buddy West Republican of Odessa with Austin and Odessa boxes. Rep Tom Craddick Republican of Midland with Austin box. Sen Kel Seliger Republican of Amarillo Midland address. Sen Carlos Uresti Democrat of San Antonio with Austin box. Contact phones listed.
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Mike Conaway
Midland
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Odessa
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Randy Neugebauer
Lubbock
George E
Buddy” West
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Tom Craddick
Kel Seliger
Amarillo
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Carlos Uresti
San Antonio
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Let peace begin with me editorial pledge
Pulitzer Prize winner Ken Brodnax on the editorial page proclaims freedom as self control and a divine gift. The piece argues peace starts with individual responsibility, aligning with moral guides such as the Coveting Commandment the Golden Rule and the Declaration of Independence.
Give Texas smokers tools to quit in new year
Marianne Fazen argues for expanded access to FDA approved smoking cessation treatments and counseling through employer health benefits. She cites a TCWW survey showing 60 percent of employed Texans would quit with better insured access, notes high costs of smoking and low coverage, and urges businesses to invest in worksite wellness to reduce absenteeism and health care expenses.
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Salvation Army vandalism prompts community thumbs up
Odessa American voices support for the Salvation Army after a vandalism incident and invites readers to send opinions via email. The note frames the stance as the paper’s position while welcoming further input on current topics.
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