Our View on Memes of War Crimes and Executive Power
An editorial argues that leaked 2003 Defense Department memos seeking to justify exceptions to international law undermine the rule of law. It warns that claims the president can ignore Geneva protections and Congress limits threaten fundamental decency and democratic principles.
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Restraint urged in naming landmarks for Reagan
Stephen Chapman argues against rapid honors for Reagan urging restraint and proportion. He notes past renamings like Lake LBJ and Kennedy's airport, cites USPS rules on tributes, and warns overenthusiastic efforts could set risky precedents. Chapman, Chicago Tribune columnist.
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Public Forum on TAKS: Permian Principal Key Issue
Odessa reader Roy Threet criticizes ECISD TAKS performance coverage and the decision to remove the Permian principal as a scapegoat for district wide results. He questions superintendent Roy Benavides role and hints at defensive motives behind leadership changes.
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Blame Begins at Home Over Permian Test Scores
The speaker dismisses blaming a principal for low test results, arguing learning starts at home with parents responsible for cultivating a desire to learn. Replacing the principal won’t raise scores, and queries Roy Benavides' logic behind such thinking.
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Roy Williams celebrated at St Matthews Baptist Church Odessa
Zeke Perales writes about Roy Williams honor at a special service in South Odessa praising his values of abstinence and family love. He recalls Roy’s gratitude toward his mother Chris Hill, and the church’s supportive response. Perales wishes Roy luck in Detroit as he pursues an NFL career.
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