Bushes Bumpy Path to History Its Legacy In Flux
The piece weighs how George W. Bush may be judged years from now as his term ends. It notes Iraq war costs and energy economics shape his record, while praising leadership after 9 11 and limiting hopes of justice for bin Laden. The piece forecasts a mixed, uncertain legacy.
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George W. Bush
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Bush
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Middle East
Permian
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Osama bin Laden
World Trade Center
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Dubya
Bill Clinton
Lawmakers and federal officials contact details listed
The record lists U S Rep Mike Conaway of Midland with Washington and local Odessa and Midland offices including phones 202 225 3605 and 202 225 1783 The entry also lists U S Rep Ciro Rodriguez of San Antonio and U S Senators John Cornyn and Kay Bailey Hutchison with their respective Washington addresses and phone numbers as provided.
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Mike Conaway
Midland
Cannon House
Washington
D.C
Fox
W. Eighth St
Odessa
Desta Drive
Ciro Rodriguez
San Antonio
Rayburn House
Let Peace Begin With Me Editorial Highlight
Winner of the 1988 Pulitzer Prize Ken Brodnax, editorial page editor, writes on freedom as self-control and personal responsibility. The piece asserts freedom as a divine gift, not political grant, urging readers to cultivate self mastery in line with moral guides like the Coveting Commandment, the Golden Rule, and the Declaration of Independence.
Clinton’s Economic Justice Vision Scrutinized
An analysis of Hillary Clinton speech and policies arguing her aim for economic fairness may require overriding individual choices, with criticism of tariffs, managed trade, and expansive social investments. It cautions that central planning risks unintended costs and questions the benefits of a government driven economic program.
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Hillary Clinton
New York
Clinton
RA. Hayek
Hayek
Commerce Department
Syracuse
China
Accountability system fails students in Texas schools
Guest column by Brooke Collens Terry argues the Texas accountability system is too lenient and complex. It cites low rating thresholds, high exemption rates, and numerous indicators, calling for tougher standards, fewer loopholes, and clearer reporting to better inform taxpayers.
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Brooke Collens Terry
Texas
Austin
Manor Isd
Decker
del Valle
Houston
Alief
Elsik
Hastings
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Texas Public Policy Foundation
Eagles Lodge Fundraiser for Redman Family
Odessa American notes a 7 p.m. fundraising event by the Eagles Lodge to aid the Redman family injured in a New Year’s blaze. Public comment invitations are mentioned with an email link for submissions.
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Eagles Lodge
Redman
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