Supreme Court splits on Ten Commandments rulings in Texas and Kentucky
In two 5 to 4 decisions the Supreme Court allowed a 6 foot granite monument at the Texas Capitol while barring framed commandments in Kentucky courtrooms. The Texas display was historical, part of a larger set, whereas Kentucky was deemed an unlawful religious endorsement. The rulings underscore context over broad principle and may fuel further litigation.
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U.S. Supreme Court
Solomon
Supreme Court
Texas
Kentucky
Congress
England
6Th Circuit
Lawmakers and federal officials contact list from Texas
A compiled directory of political representatives includes U S Rep Mike Conaway from Midland with district offices in Odessa and Midland, U S Rep Randy Neugebauer from Lubbock, U S Rep Henry Bonilla from San Antonio, U S Sen John Cornyn, and U S Sen Kay Bailey Hutchison. Texas state figures Sen Robert Duncan from Lubbock Sen Kel Seliger from Amarillo Gov Rick Perry in Austin.
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U.S
Mike Conaway
Midland
Cannon House
Washington
D.C
Fox
W. Eighth St
Odessa
Desta Drive
Randy Neugebauer
Lubbock
Kay Bailey Hutchison
Russell Senate
Washington, D.C
Kel Seliger
Amarillo
P.O. Box
Austin
Texas
Rick Perry
State Capitol
Let peace begin with me editorial pledge 1988
The piece cites a Pulitzer Prize 1988 award and names Canty publisher Kerr editor Brodnax editorial page Bill Salter emeritus, presenting a pledge to readers. It frames freedom as a divine gift and self-control aligned with moral guides including the Coveting Commandment, the Golden Rule, and the Declaration of Independence.
Time to privatize public broadcasting debate heats up on Capitol Hill
A CQ Researcher excerpt discusses proposed 45 percent funding cuts to PBS NPR, arguing private funding can sustain popular programming. It contrasts Big Bird imagery with real costs, notes licensing revenues from Sesame Street, and questions taxpayer subsidies vs corporate and donor support for long term independence.
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Capitol Hill
Edward Markey
D-Mass
Clifford
Big Red Dog
Markey
NPR
PBS
Congress
Maryland
WMPT
Big Bird
Cookie Monster
America
Ralph Regula
Robio
Nita M. Lowey
D-Ny
Bert
Ernie
Nita
Noggin
Nickelodeon
Disney Channel
ABC Family
BBC
U.S
Public
Lessons From a Winning Odessa Roughnecks Season
A public reminiscence from a Roughnecks observer reflecting on tryouts in February, roster cuts and adversity, the value of front office work and volunteers, and how leaders, fans, and team unity drive a winning season for the 2005 Odessa Roughnecks.
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Odessa Roughnecks
CareStar air ambulance hits 1000th flight milestone
Odessa American invites readers to share reactions on CareStar air ambulance service marking its 1000th flight. Public input is welcomed via onletters link freedom.com with a note that you have a thumbs nomination.
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CareStar Air Ambulance Service
Odessa
Freedom.com
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Gary Brookins
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