Texas primary flaws and gains in 2008 elections
The 2008 Texas primary season drew record turnout from Democrats and Republicans, sparking vibrant issue debate. Yet three GOP races illustrated why some voters avoid politics as candidates faced harsh, misleading tactics targeting opponents.
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Texas Monthly
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Macias
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Francisco
Quico” Canseco
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Larson
San Antonio
Bexar County Commissioners Court
Canseco
Kosuth
SAN Antonio Express-News
Campaign Recycle program aims to reuse campaign signs in Austin
Austin plans a pilot Campaign Recycle program after May 10 council elections. Participating candidates may recycle signs with a logo at Cycled Plastics, reducing waste from roughly 2,000 signs. Meant to expand to other elections, the program encourages reuse of signs bumper stickers pamphlets and buttons.
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Freedom Communationa editorial pledge in 1988 Odessa edition
The piece declares a civic mission focused on informing readers to promote personal freedom and self control, framing freedom as a divine gift rather than a political grant. It cites the Coveting Commandment, the Golden Rule and the Declaration of Independence as moral anchors.
Moral gulf fuels endless Israel Gaza conflict
Mona Charen argues the Palestinian use of rockets from Gaza reflects a broader moral divide. She cites Hamas control, Palestinian violence, and international reactions, contending the conflict persists while Palestinians celebrate attacks and condemn Israeli responses.
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White elephant in the room on race and politics
Susan Estrich argues that race and gender matter in U S politics and that acknowledging race is essential for discussion. She reflects on Geraldine Ferraro and Mondale’s 1984 decision, defending candid talk over cancel culture and urging open dialogue about race and gender in the 2008 campaign dynamics.
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Hillary Clinton
Geraldine Ferraro
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Gerry Ferraro
Walter Mondale
Michael Dukakis
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Obama
Medical Center Hospital offers 'Super Sitter' class for babysitters
Odessa American notes Positive feedback for Medical Center Hospital's 'Super Sitter' program teaching babysitting basics. Readers invited to submit opinions via letters link once they email freedom.com and indicate a thumbs nomination.
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