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Newspaper

Odessa American

Location

Odessa, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jun 21, 1999

Page

6

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.

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.

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.

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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