Patronage in Court Ruling Draws Fire Across Branches
George F. Will assesses a Supreme Court decision on political patronage tied to public employment amid debates over whether the judiciary should constrain or permit party based hiring. The piece contrasts Brennan’s and Scalia’s lines, notes implications for democracy and governance, and cites law professed in Newsweek.
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Odessa American Publisher and staff pledge community service
The Odessa American announces its mission to improve the Permian Basin community. David F. Lyons is publisher with M. Olaf Frandsen as managing editor. The paper emphasizes local development and civic engagement for residents to live, work and enjoy the area.
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Opinion warns against economic spying by intelligence agencies
Our Opinion argues the United States should limit NSA and CIA powers as Cold War hostilities ease. It cautions against using spy data to push civilian economic aims, urges Congress to ban such data collection, and calls for shrinking budget allocations to return funds to taxpayers.
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AARP Gun Stance Sparks Debate in Officials Letter
Readers critique AARP gun policy as NRA and local groups dispute the stance. A writer questions member attitudes, seeks refund, and urges deference to public leaders while condemning porn industry issues in Ector County. A second letter shares Odessa goodwill and a plea for positive news from residents Karen Farley Lopez.
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Letters policies for The American newspaper readers
The American invites letters for publication with guidelines. Letters should be typed or legibly handwritten, double spaced, and not exceed one page. They must include name, address, business and home phone numbers for verification. addresses and phones not published. Submissions lacking contact details will be rejected unless hardship justifies withholding a name, and all letters should meet standards of taste and libel rules.
Lewis Grizzard Pokes Fun At Soccer In Quick List
Atlanta Constitution columnist Lewis Grizzard offers a humorous, provocative list of twenty why I hate soccer reasons. He mocks scores, play styles, officials, fashion, songs, and fans while riffing on politics and pop culture, finishing with self aware signoff.
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