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Newspaper
Odessa American
Location
Odessa, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 07, 1999
Page
6
A compilation of Texas newspaper editorials as gathered by the Associated Press presents diverse viewpoints on state issues. The collection reflects regional voices on governance, policy, society, and national matters expressed through editorial commentary from multiple outlets.
The piece outlines the 1933 U.S. abandonment of the gold standard, the transition to bullion and fiat money, and later moves by other nations and institutions. It contrasts interpretations by economists including Ron Paul and notes the ongoing debate over gold’s role in international finance and currency valuation.
The Victoria Advocate weighs in on school graduation prayers amid First Amendment concerns. It urges nonsectarian, nonproselytizing wording and mutual respect among students of diverse faiths, noting recent Aledo controversy and urging latitude for brief moments of tradition.
Sobran argues against federal gun control citing four constitutional grounds. He contends the Second Amendment is a fundamental right not delegated to Congress, and he critiques Garry Wills for misreading constitutional intent. The piece notes Sobran as author and Arlington, Virginia resident.
Don Feder criticizes character education as a flawed gimmick added to public schools after shootings and court rulings. He argues universal values are not self evident, mocks the interactive skills approach, and urges maintaining minimal standards and discipline rather than embedding ethics in schools. Feder writes from the Boston Herald.
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