Demographic shifts in Texas reshape politics and policy
Census data show ethnic minorities driving Texas growth adding 4.3 million since 2000 and four new congressional seats while non-Hispanic whites drop to 45.3 percent. The piece discusses reapportionment, party alignment, and the push for more inclusive governance amid rising diversity, urging equal treatment and measured policy responses.
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Susana Martinez
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Odessa American submissions policy and contact details
The Odessa American outlines submission rules for letters and columns. Submissions may be edited or rejected and credits may or may not accompany published pieces. Letters should be mailed to Editor Odessa American P.O. Box 2952 Odessa TX and may be faxed or emailed with provided contact information.
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Let peace begin with me page editor pledge
The Odessa American quotes a page editor message tied to a 1988 Pulitzer Prize context, asserting a newspaper duty to inform readers to promote freedom and self control. It emphasizes freedom as a God given gift, not political grant, guiding actions by moral principles such as the Coveting Commandment the Golden Rule and the Declaration of Independence.
Stephen Chapman Critiques Hat Woes in Tribune Column
Chicago Tribune syndicated columnist Stephen Chapman weighs in on the social and personal implications of wearing hats, blending wit with observation and noting cultural trends in headwear across urban life.
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Hat fashion is a winter conundrum in editor's note
A February 2007 column jokes about hats in cold weather, recalling the author’s hat-anti-hat era, then describing many head coverings from knit caps to fur hats. He confesses his hypocrisy and vows to wear a ski mask to avoid fashion embarrassment while staying warm.
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States urged to act against ObamaCare with ALEC guides
Policy analysts urge states to pursue free market alternatives to ObamaCare. ALEC's guide promotes Freedom of Choice in Health Care Act to shield individuals employers and providers from federally directed purchases. Analysts warn of strings attached yet note potential for 10th Amendment litigation and state AG involvement.
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Kevin Mooney
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Michael Tanner
Cato Institute
Regional Spelling Bee Winners Get Congratulations
Thumbs up to all regional spelling bee winners and good luck on Saturday. The note expresses support and best wishes to competitors from the region.
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