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Newspaper
Odessa American
Location
Odessa, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 07, 2002
Page
4
A compilation of editorials from Texas newspapers as gathered by the Associated Press. The collection presents diverse opinions on state topics and public issues reflected in Texas journalism.
The piece reflects on a tumultuous year starting with bitter partisan divides after the 2000 election and the Clinton era, shifting to Sept 11 and a national awakening. It notes mourning, reforms, a war in Afghanistan, and economic recession, then questions whether the nation is truly united or changed.
The surgeon general Dr. David Satcher warns that obesity kills about 300,000 Americans annually and urges simple health habits like regular exercise and eating fruits and vegetables. He dismisses fad diets and cautions against government coercion, stressing personal responsibility for weight and health.
Readers may submit opinions by writing to Public Forum Odessa American PO Box 2952 Odessa Texas 79760 or by fax at 915 333 7742. Internet submissions directed to onletters link.freedom.com are also invited for OA comments.
The piece argues against cultural imperialism in judging Afghan women and burka use while acknowledging Taliban oppression. It contrasts coercion with belief, notes Western sensationalism, and discusses women's roles across religions and societies, urging balanced critique of both extremism and pop culture. It cites Bernard Lewis and recalls Charen, a Reagan White House speech writer.
Don Feder argues that Yasser Arafat uses double talk to pressure Israel while claiming peace. He accuses the Palestinian leader of tolerating Hamas and Islamic Jihad, cites arrests as token, and depicts Washington as aiding a charade by re engaging Arafat after his December speech.
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