Our View on Texas Legislature Gridlock and Governing Size
Our View argues the 77th Texas Legislature will likely pass around 1000 new laws by May 28, many seen as expanding government. It warns against bipartisan spending growth, notes past leadership under Bush and Bullock, and urges maintaining Texas’s individualism and limited government to protect freedoms rather than increase regulation.
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Public Forum Contact Details for Odessa American
Public forum contact options listed for the Odessa American include a mailing address in Odessa Texas a fax number and an email submission link for letters to the editor. The box address is PO Box 2952 Odessa TX 79760 and the fax is 915 333 7742 with an online email option at onletters link.freedom.com.
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The Clinton legacy a mixed presidential ending
Thomas Lowell argues Clinton leaves a controversial legacy marked by corruption claims and foreign policy failures. He contends economic upturn predated Clinton, welfare reform credits misattributed, and DOJ weaknesses cited alongside controversial Middle East policy and Iraq inspections. The columnist predicts irrelevance and enduring embarrassment as Clinton exits the public stage.
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Cal Thomas on Jesse Jackson and Clinton scandal
Cal Thomas laments Jesse Jackson’s loss of moral authority amid Jackson’s extramarital affair while advising skepticism of clergy who defend political allies. He notes Jackson’s pro life stance contrasts with the pregnancy and contemplates the impact on credibility and public trust. Jackson plans an indefinite hiatus but is deemed too valuable to the Democratic Party.
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