Odessa bids to host FutureGen energy plant playoff
Odessa advances in the Texas, bid to host a billion-dollar FutureGen coal fired energy facility. Supporters cite private gas plant conversion, available land, a TXU line, and ready waste for oil recovery. Meeting next week in Austin and a March decision.
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Lawmakers and federal officials contact details listed
A directory of U S representatives and senators with Midland Odessa offices and state officials. Includes Rep Mike Conaway Sen John Cornyn Sen Kay Bailey Hutchison Rep George West Rep Tom Craddick Sen Kel Seliger and Gov Rick Perry with address lines and phone numbers.
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Pulitzer Prize 1988 Ode Freedom Winner Patrick Cant Publish
Patrick Cant is named winner of the 1988 Pulitzer Prize for Ode Freedom with publication by John Kerr and editing by Ken Brodnax. Editorial emeritus title noted.
Let peace begin with me declaration of independence
A compact statement frames freedom as self control and divine gift, urging readers to promote liberty and responsible self governance. It emphasizes peace starting with individuals and appeals to the Declaration of Independence as a guiding principle.
Bush’s Red Lines on Surveillance and Executive Power
The piece argues that the Bush administration claims authority to conduct warrantless NSA wiretaps via the AUMF while Congress debates new legal backing. It contends the president’s view conflicts with constitutional checks, notes his past caveats on torture and assassination, and questions reliance on PATRIOT Act provisions as unnecessary if unilateral power persists.
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National Uniformity for Food Act HR 4167 sparks forum debate
Readers vent about a federal bill that would preempt state food safety labeling, arguing it would curb consumer information and threaten public health. They urge contacting representatives while criticizing Congress and media, urging adherence to constitutional principles.
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Odessa College Women Push 28-0 Regular Season Record
Odessa College women’s basketball team stands at 28-0 in the regular season, hailed by the Odessa American. Readers may submit opinions on current topics via email, stating a thumbs nomination.
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