Editorial praises SB 103 aims for basics in Texas schools
The piece argues SB 103, signed by Gov George W Bush, requires proper spelling punctuation and calculator free math on the TAAS. It contends the rules will raise teaching standards, noting teachers may face more pressure but asserts the core skills are essential for public education.
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George W. Bush
Texas
Karen Hibbs
Birdville
Don’t sniff at research on cures for common colds
Recent research shows promise toward a cold cure but scientists urge caution as more work is needed. While progress appears slow, advances in pharma bring closer vaccines for HIV AIDS and cancer. Researchers cut cold symptoms by about half for a rhinovirus type but 100 plus viruses exist, making a universal cure difficult yet not impossible.
Sobran Decries Clinton Moral Memory and Public Gullibility
Joseph Sobran argues that Bill Clinton and allies fabricate memories to project virtue. He ridicules Clinton for recounting Rosa Parks stories and suggests Gore and Hillary exaggerate values while courting voters. The piece accuses the Clinton circle of pandering to public gullibility and notes Sobran's Arlington, Virginia residence.
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Clinton
Senate
New York
Chicago
Albert
Gore
White House
Monica Lewinsky
Mark Twain
Sobran
Arlington
Gambling’s impact study fuels the fight over expansion
Don Feder surveys the National Gambling Impact Study Commission report issued June 18. It details billions in industry revenue, millions of compulsive and at-risk gamblers, and 70 recommendations while noting industry influence on politics and a widening gambling footprint across states.
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National Gambling Impact Study Commission
Joe Bananas
Cadillac Frank
Commission
James Dobson
Fantasy Islands
South Carolina
Tom Grey
The
National Coalition Against Gambling Expansion
Dobson
Grey
American Gaming Association Pac
Harrah's
Lion
House
Richard Gephardt
Las Vegas
Mirage Casinos
Las Vegas Sun
Democratic National Committee
Joe Andrew
Senate
Trent Lott
GOP
Vegas
Mgm Grand
Alabama
Washington
Feder
Boston Herald
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By Bruce Tinsley