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Newspaper
Odessa American
Location
Odessa, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 17, 2006
Page
7
A weekly poll invites readers from Odessa and surrounding West Texas areas to vote on whether they have a homeless problem. Ballots are open until 9 a.m. Thursday.
The piece argues that high crude prices and strong gas markets support sustained prosperity in Odessa and Midland. It notes diversification toward wind energy and potential nuclear reactor projects in Andrews County, and FutureGen coal plant plans, while suggesting energy demand globally and regional resilience reduce risk of busts.
A 1988 Odessa American feature proclaims freedom as self control and a divine gift, emphasizing readers’ duty to foster liberty and moral guidance aligned with the Coveting Commandment Golden Rule and the Declaration of Independence.
The Freedom newspaper announces Ken Brodnax as editorial page editor Bill Salter as publisher emeritus with rights and roles described for leadership continuity. The notice highlights longstanding staff titles and recognizes Salter's ongoing advisory involvement.
Stephen Chapman argues modern cars show dramatic quality gains driven by global competition led by Japanese makers. Since 1980 trouble rates dropped about 80 percent while costs rose, reflecting better value as American firms struggle.
The piece argues oil prices unlikely to fall, supporting Basin oil activity into the near future. It cautions economic vigor hinges on political control and mentions rising sales tax returns in 2006 over 2005, implying several years of growth amid debate over environmental concerns.
A reader warns Odessa faces a housing glut as oil investment dries up and repossessions rise while the Ector County Appraisal District may raise home evaluations to boost tax revenue. The letter argues community leaders hype booms then stall projects, leaving residents wondering why taxes escalate with minimal public investment.
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