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Newspaper

Odessa American

Location

Odessa, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jul 02, 2015

Page

4

Abbott memo sparks clash over same sex marriage in Texas

The Houston Chronicle analyzes Governor Greg Abbott’s memo allowing government employees to ignore laws based on sincere religious beliefs. Critics call it a dangerous move risking discrimination. supporters cite religious liberty. Other governors respond by upholding the law while expressing personal views.

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Texas lawmakers and federal officials contact list

A compiled roster lists U S representatives and senators from Texas with office addresses in Washington D C and state capitals, plus local district offices in Odessa and Midland. It includes phone numbers and email links for Mike Conaway John Cornyn Ted Cruz William Hurd Randy Neugebauer Tom Craddick Brooks Landgraf and other state officials and office locations in Midland Odessa Lubbock and Austin.

U.S Mike Conaway Midland Cannon House Washington, D.C Fox W. Eighth St Odessa Desta Drive Conaway House John Cornyn Hart Senate Washington D.C Cornyn Senate Ted Cruz Dirksen Senate Cruz William Hurd Helotes Hurd Randy Neugebauer Lubbock Randy.house.gov Tom Craddick Republican Capitol P.O Austin Tinyurl Brooks Landgraf West 4Th St Capitol Extension Brooks Landgraf State

Commentary on race, politics and hypocrisy in state leadership

Susan Estrich critiques Republican leaders and state action on race and hatred, arguing the duty to oppose bigotry and defend equality. She condemns complacency and political games, warns of continued harm, and urges accountability while noting the Odessa American welcomes letters from readers.

Hidden message of same sex marriage CHAREN Charen

Charen is an attorney and now a syndicated columnist who previously served as a speech writer in the Reagan White House.

Charen Reagan White House

Opinions on Obergefell v Hodges and family roles

A commentary argues the Obergefell decision undermines constitutional law and democratic processes. It claims same sex marriage harms traditional family structures, questions the impact on heterosexual marriage, and asserts parental biology remains essential for child welfare amid evolving family norms.

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