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Odessa American

Location

Odessa, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jan 04, 2005

Page

4

In Our View on 2004 and 2005 political path

A condensed assessment argues 2004 featured ongoing wars and a fragile push for democracy in Afghanistan and Iraq. It notes Sunnis' boycott, the insurgency, and the democracy paradox. It criticizes U S policy, domestic politics, and fiscal strains, urging more focused congressional action in 2005.

Afghanistan Iraq U.S Iraq Project America John Kerry Bush Kerry Bill Clinton Senate House

Let Peace Begin With Me Portrayed In Odessa Short Sermon

The piece presents a credo on personal freedom and self-control aligned with moral guides and the Declaration of Independence. It emphasizes that freedom is a gift from God, not a political grant from anarchy, urging readers to develop their utmost capabilities.

Last rites for property rights in modern policy

A columnist argues that private land access rules erode property rights, citing Britain, Norway, and Sweden while warning that planners and environmental agencies push for public access under vague labels. The piece cautions against elected officials surrendering property control to universal “open space” rhetoric and calls for defending individual property rights.

William Pitt England Norway Sweden Europe United States California San Mateo Planning Commission Monterey Peninsula

Americans aren’t stingy charity critics miss the mark

Peter A. Brown argues the United States is highly generous in relative terms, noting that non governmental giving by churches and communities far exceeds government aid. He cites U.N. and Times criticisms as missed perspectives, highlights state wealth adjustments, and links generosity to church attendance and political support.

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Volunteers Support Ice Rink Project Amid Local Debate

Volunteers rallied to back the new ice rink project as a community debate highlights differing views on funding and public use. Local groups and residents expressed support for recreational benefits and potential events.

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