Franking abuse fuels incumbents ahead of elections
An AP review shows 2006 franking mail by House members cost taxpayers 20.3 million, boosting incumbents with glossy self promotion. Reps Brown-White Stark Lahood debate mass mailings and reform efforts struggle in committees, highlighting ongoing unequal campaign spending and perceived constitutional concerns.
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Ginny Brown-White
Florida
California
Pete Stark
Ray Lahood
Illinois
Lawmakers contact details for Texas officials surfaced
A list of addresses phone numbers and offices for federal and state lawmakers from Midland Odessa and Amarillo Texas includes U S Rep Mike Conaway U S Sen John Cornyn U S Sen Kay Bailey Hutchison Rep George West Rep Tom Craddick and Sen Kel Seliger with their Washington D C and local district office locations and phone lines.
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Desta Drive
John Cornyn
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Kay Bailey Hutchison
Russell Senate
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Buddy” West
Austin TX
Tom Craddick
Kel Seliger
Amarillo
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Odessa's Freedom and the Call for Self Control
Editorial page emphasizes personal liberty as self mastery, viewing freedom as a divine gift, not political grant. It argues true freedom aligns with moral guides like the Coveting Commandment, the Golden Rule, and the Declaration of Independence, urging readers to promote and preserve liberty.
Turning On a World of Obscure Computer Language
A columnist laments how modern devices from TVs to cell phones require labyrinthine manuals to perform simple acts like turning on. He cites car radios and microwaves with unfamiliar terms, noting engineers avoid obvious words such as on and off. The piece mocks gadget jargon and the hassle of modern user interfaces.
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In Iraan Teens Face DAEP Punishment After Incident
Reader Kathie Parmer argues the two teens should serve time and that journalism should stop chasing sensational angle. She questions guilt, notes the punishment affects college and activities, and urges reporting real news like local DAEP actions.
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Isn’t It Time We Took Possession Of What We Own
A fragmented public message proclaims ownership of all levels of government and land, urging collective action. It asserts total control across federal, state, and local governments, plus businesses and public spaces, ending with a call to join and participate.
Odessan Bob Stangbey Earns Nod for National Trick Shot Pool
Thumbs up for Odessan Bob Stangbey who has logged many hours of practice preparing for a national trick shot pool tournament. Readers invited to send both positive and negative comments on current topics via letters link at freedom.com, noting a thumbs nomination.
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Freedom.com
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