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Odessa American

Location

Odessa, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jun 10, 1986

Page

4

Let Peace Begin With Me In Permian Basin News

A Texas community paper presents a freedom minded stance and devotion to self control, dating the history feature to Moses and Stephen Austin and noting June 10, 1986. It recalls historical events across years including Alcoholics Anonymous founding in 1935 and wartime declarations, with local editorial emphasis on liberty and responsibility.

Alcoholics Anonymous Akron Ohio William G. Wilson Robert Smith Tripoli United States Mediterranean Richard Wagner Munich Germany Judy Garland Italy France Britain Gestapo Lidice Czechoslovakia Rapid City S.D Jimmy Carter Reagan Israel U.S Claus von Bulow

Simple legislation masks deceptive intent in construction bill

The House passed a bill claimed to protect workers but critics call it a sham. They argue it would force non union construction workers into union contracts and redefine single employer to favor unions, risking industry disruption despite sponsors’ denials.

House of Representatives William Clay Missouri Major Owens New York Gus Hawkins California Les AuCoin Oregon Hokum

Picketing bill sparks debate on union powers and double breasting

Kilpatrick questions a House bill expanding single employer status for construction firms and forcing non union workers into bargaining. He notes past NLRS rulings on illegal schemes and cites party line vote margins as Byrd moves the measure to the Senate calendar.

House Senate Robert Byrd Utah Orrin Hatch Byrd

Prayers and Threats in Abortion Debate Turn Sour

An anti abortion California minister urges prayers for Justice Brennan’s death prompting counter prayers from abortion supporters. A lighthearted exchange reveals deep fear, hostility, and a grim wish that an opposing figure might croak. The piece notes a public shift toward hostile religious rhetoric in the abortion conflict.

California Supreme Court William Brennan

TV violence and censorship clash in editorials

In Madison and Chicago, Paul Harvey and Royko discuss TV violence and censorship. The column argues self discipline over government restriction, cites studies on violence exposure, and recounts legal defenses blaming television for youth crime and behavior.

Madison Wis U.S Surgeon General Thomas Radecki National Coalition On Television Violence

Our Opinion: Texas Should Not Bail Out Federal Tax Policy

Our Opinion argues Texas bears an inequitable burden under federal tax rules. It notes Texas receives less in federal benefits than paid in income taxes, calls for accountability for federal largess, and warns against further pressure on Texas budgets amid falling oil prices. The piece urges a fairer national tax system and a clear stance that Texas is pulling its own weight.

The Tax Foundation Texas New York

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