Universal rights debated for foreign born Americans for presidency
Foreign born Americans and advocates urged a congressional subcommittee to allow 20 years as a citizen to qualify for president, challenging the natural born requirement. Balint Vazsonyi argued the presidency should remain limited to those raised within American systems, while Rep. Barney Frank noted the chances of a constitutional amendment this year are slim.
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Center For the American Founding
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Hungary
Sunset Fire Smoke Lights Sky Over Upper Klamath Lake
Smoke from western wildfires colored the evening sky above Upper Klamath Lake, creating a vivid sunset seen from Kamath Falls. Thinner haze drifted across the horizon as residents enjoyed the dramatic, orange tinted view.
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Chase Bank Texas to sell Odessa and Midland branches
Chase Bank of Texas announced agreements to sell its Odessa and Midland branches to American State Bank of Lubbock. The Odessa branch sale was announced after a Friday meeting, with cash terms undisclosed and the transition expected in early November after regulatory steps.
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Immigration visa bill stalls in Congress amid party tensions
Despite bipartisan backing for more H 1B visas the major high tech visa legislation stalls in Congress. Democrats seek immigration rule changes to ease citizenship for some Central Americans and longtime unauthorized residents. Lawmakers return after a holiday break with only a month to act.
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Bank Sale Talks Between Odessa Firms Seen
Scott Wade senior vice president of American announces Monday agreement to sell the Odessa Chase Bank of Texas to American State Bank.
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Odessa Chase Bank of Texas
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Bush's VP Pick Narrows to Cheney After Monday Move
Former Defense Secretary Dick Cheney emerged as Texas Governor George W. Bush's likely running mate. Cheney, 59, was born in Lincoln Nebraska and has served as White House chief of staff, Wyoming congressman, and Halliburton chief executive in Dallas.
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Bush weighs Cheney as White House running mate
The president is leaning toward selecting Dick Cheney for the GOP ticket with aides eyeing an announcement. Cheney has told associates he would accept, while John Danforth remains a fading option. Lamar Alexander cited as vited potential in the vice presidential discussion.
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Supporters push Futurity Derby toward annual event
Christina Minor reports the Texas 2000 Style Futurity Derby and 4-D Barrel Racing will run August 7 through 13 at Ector County Coliseum with unanimous chamber support. The seventh year is projected to draw 300 entrants and exceed 7.56 million in economic impact, benefiting Odessa College Rodeo and Agriculture Program.
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