Texas high speed rail plans unite lawmakers and cities
Editorial notes the Texas High Speed Rail and Transportation Corp proposal centered on the Texas T-Bone, linking Houston to Fort Worth via Bryan College Station and Temple, with the Brazos Express Corridor to Fort Hood. It argues for federal support amid TEA-21 reauthorization and airline cutbacks, citing shorter travel times and airport congestion.
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Cookie boycotts in Waco spark Girl Scouts protest
A local radio led boycott targets Girl Scouts sponsorship of preteen sex education in Waco. Parents withdraw cookie orders and Scout participation in response to ads criticizing ties to Planned Parenthood. The Bluebonnet Council ends seminary sponsorship, arguing to shield children from sexuality. Critics say abstinence is not enough and urge factual education about birth control and HIV/AIDS.
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Bluebonnet Council of Girl Scouts
No More Mr Nice Guy as Bush Faces 2004 Campaign
Mona Charen argues Bush courted bipartisanship with Kennedy Miller and Moakley while Kerry praised by supporters as Bush earned mixed goodwill. She notes exit polls show Democratic anger toward Bush and urges a tougher 2004 stance to counter attacks.
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Be wary of government role in same sex marriage
Larry Elder argues that government should step back from marriage licensing arguing that marriage policy belongs to churches and private institutions. He cites court rulings in Massachusetts California and Illinois, notes public polling and political reactions, and ends with a call to limit state license control over marriage.
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