State of terrorism must be considered amid Madrid attacks
Our view argues the Madrid bombing is a skirmish in a broader jihadist struggle led by al Qaida, noting uncertain direct involvement by Osama bin Laden. It cautions against quick attributions, stresses political effects on elections and Western resolve, and calls for flexible, multifaceted counterterrorism including intelligence, policing, and counter propaganda.
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Madrid
Brian Jenkins
Jenkins
Rand Corp
al-Qaida
ETA
Spain
Casablanca
Osama bin Laden
World Trade Center
United States
Iraq
France
Germany
Holland
Italy
U.S
al- Qaida
West
bin Laden
America
Kerry plans and the war on terror in Washington
Michelle Malkin critiques John Kerry’s stance at a Washington event, arguing his plan relies on more federal programs for first responders and civilian trials. She contends Kerry favors bluster over action, criticizes court-based approaches to terrorism, and questions his proposed visa and immigration policies while highlighting counterterrorism tactics by the Bush administration.
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George Bush
John Kerry
Washington
Bush White House
Norm Mineta
Saudi Arabia
Pakistan
Morocco
Kerry
International Association of Fire Fighters
Harold Schaltberger
Bush
Bill
Hillary Clinton
United States
America
al- Qaida
bin Laden Network
World Trade Center
Twin Towers
Ramsey Clark
U.S
Lyndon Johnson
Clark
Iraq
Sheik Omar Abdul Rahman
Lynne Stewart
Rahman
Malkin
Los Angeles Daily News
The
Seattle Times
Public Forum on Friday Night Lights filming at Ratliff Stadium
Odessa resident John Bock shares observations on filming days March 5 at Ratliff Stadium for the movie about Permian football. He notes long hours, cold coats, ticket costs, and hometown pride while praising the operation and local coverage, despite reservations about the book.
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Michael Kern
Ratliff Stadium
Buzz Bissinger
Odessa
West Texas
John Bock Odessa
Odessa voter from primary race for county commissioner
Jim Cowell thanks 700 plus voters who backed his March 9 primary bid for Precinct 1 county commissioner. He laments voter apathy and urges efforts to end trash dumping and address west side slang while wishing seniors well.
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Precinct 1
West Side
Jim Cowell
Odessa
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Pulrzer Prize
Patrick Canty
Joan Kerr
Ken BrRopnax
Bint Salter
Michelle Malkins
Lallard
Killmore
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