Reforming US intelligence seeks new CIA chief and overhaul
The piece argues that Tenet’s resignation and critical reviews prompt a potential overhaul of US intelligence. It weighs a reform oriented director versus legislative changes, names possible candidates, and emphasizes a true director of the entire intelligence community with stronger authority, improved HUMINT, and less bureaucratic bloat to counter global terrorism.
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George Tenet
Senate Intelligence Committee
Bush
John McLaughlin
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National Security Agency
FBI
Iraq
al-Qaida
Intelligence Committee
California
Jane Harman
Central Intelligence
DCI
Navy
John Lehman
Richard Armitage
Sam Nunn
House Intelligence Committee
Porter Goss
Chris Cox
U.S
Kerry overvalues values in liberal presidential critique
Jacob Sullum examines John Kerry's repeated use of the word values in campaigns and speeches. He argues Kerry signals shifting positions for audiences while Bush is accused of betraying core principles. The piece notes Kerry’s references to immigrant roots service workers heartland conservatism and policy contrasts.
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John Kerry
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Jesse Jackson
Rainbow
Push Coalition
New York Times
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United States
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Bush Administration
Enron
Kenneth Lay
Justice Department
Ken Lay
George W. Bush
San Francisco
Cloquet
Minn
Bush
Iraq
Independence
Iowa
Sullum
Reason Magazine
Public Forum Urges HR 990 to Restore Gun Rights
A reader column advocates retaining gun rights arguing restrictive laws violate the Second Amendment. It cites HR 990 as a path to restore freedoms, highlights private gun ownership as crime deterrence, and urges contacting representatives. It also touches on police limits and presidential qualifications.
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Gun Owners of America
America
Loyd Mitchell
Odessa
Recalling Texas Governor George Bush’s Experience
The letter argues the 43rd U S president’s qualifications are weak noting his six years as Texas governor as his sole experience. It claims memory of an inexperienced leader elected from Texas and suggests broader implications for national governance.
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House
Texas
United States
George Bush
School board moves swiftly to install new members
Mike Virgin notes the school board fulfilled its mandate quickly, with trustees appointing new members and boosting morale among teachers to levels not seen in years. The decisive action underscores voter priorities and rapid leadership change.
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Mike Virgin Odessa
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