Negroponte exits as national intelligence director in Bush era shift
The United States faces a transition as John Negroponte leaves the national intelligence post after 20 months. Retired Vice Admiral J Michael O Connell will replace him, with analysts wary of lingering turf wars and the domination of military tied agencies.
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Optimistic start as Texas Legislature gathers speed
The 80th Texas Legislature begins with a healthy economy and near full employment. Toyota’s new San Antonio plant and a Samsung semiconductor project in Austin underscore growth while a $15 billion budget delta offsets property tax cuts. Major tasks include financing solid public education, expanding higher education, and addressing environmental, water, power, and health care challenges with prudent leadership.
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Austin
Jeff Wentworth
Edwards
Let peace begin with me newspaper pledge
A reader facing a values statement about freedom, self control, and moral guides. The text asserts peace starts within individuals and ties freedom to divine gifts, personal responsibility, and adherence to moral principles, referencing the Golden Rule and the Declaration of Independence.
Are We Doing Everything to Win in Iraq
Charen argues the Bush plan shifts to securing Baghdad with more troops, led by Keane and Kagan, while warning of risks if Maliki fails to reform. He contrasts the president’s stance with Democratic calls for withdrawal, noting partisan divergence and safety stakes for the United States.
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Kagan
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Fulda Gap
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Maliki
Muqtada al-Sadr
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Sadr
John Derbyshire
National Review Online
CNN
New York Times
Vietnam
Alpha and Omega
Stop the War Surge Debate Echoes in Public Voices
A collage of editorials argues against Bush administration plans for a military surge in Iraq. It cites Gen Abizaid and Gen Casey, notes polls showing public opposition, and urges Congressional action, grassroots protests, and vigilance to press for troop withdrawal. It praises Rajiv Chandrasekaran’s Imperial Life in the Emerald City and calls for the Jan 27 Washington peace rally.
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Iraq
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John McCain
Baghdad
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Rajiv Chandrasekaran
Emerald City
Washington Post
Chandrasekaran
U.S
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Traqis
Washington
Odessa American invites thumbs nomination for King Week events
The Odessa American asks readers to submit positive or negative comments about the 10th annual King Week celebration planning by the Black Cultural Council of Odessa. Send ideas via dust email on the letters link or freedom.com and indicate a thumbs nomination.
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