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Newspaper
Odessa American
Location
Odessa, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 03, 1990
Page
4
The Odessa American publishes its motto Let peace begin with me and lists David F. Lyons as publisher with M Olaf Frandsen as managing editor. The paper serves the Permian Basin with a commitment to improving local life and work.
Our Opinion argues subsidies distort the market and burden the poor while a 1990 farm income record invites eliminating subsidies. It cites Armey and Schumer proposals to cap subsidies, predicts large federal savings, and urges shifting to free market farming as lower prices and broader access expand exports to Eastern Europe amid post socialist markets.
A Mike Royko inspired cartoonish critique parodies a presidential run loathing taxes, crime, and education while lampooning George Bush. The piece envisions Bush delivering a blunt tax pledge and reveals the satire on political truth telling in a campaign context.
Letter writers urge curbing fireworks in the countryside after a destructive blaze near Loop 250 that burned over 200 acres and required hours to control. They call for avoiding firework use outside towns and for residents to check for smoldering debris. The second letter reflects on a teacher of the year award at Odessa College and gratitude to colleagues, family, and supporters.
The American invites readers to send typed or legible handwritten letters not exceeding one page. Each letter must include the writer’s name address and business and home telephone numbers for verification. these details will not be published. Submissions lacking address or phone number will be rejected.
Grizzard contrasts baby boomers and their debt laden era with parents who prized debtless living. He jokes about borrowing for a car and house, explains the hat-billing approach to bills, and questions our obsession with wealth as TV and education raised earning power. He notes his role as a columnist for the Atlanta Constitution.
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