Texas debt rises as bond limits tested in budget crisis
The Bond Review Board reports Texas debt rose 10.9 percent in fiscal 2010 with debt service at 1.36 percent of general revenue, though authorized but unissued debt pushes it to 4.1 percent. Higher education issued 6.64 billion in new money and refunds, while highway bonds total 1.5 billion. Officials warn of growing borrowing amid a looming budget squeeze.
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Let Peace Begin With Me Editorial Stance
The Odessa American states its mission to inform readers so they may promote and preserve freedom, urging self control as the basis of personal development. It frames freedom as a divine gift, not a political grant, aligning with moral guides like the Coveting Commandment and the Golden Rule.
March 7 Remembrance from Susan Estrich
Susan Estrich reflects on personal loss from March 7 over decades including her father Judy Jarvis and her mother. She shares grief, resilience, and lessons for graduates while noting her own experiences with pain and strength. The essay emphasizes coping, memory, and the limits of advice in handling sorrow.
Tea Party clash sparks column on NPR bias
Paul Kengor argues NPR and liberal media smear the Tea Party as bigots amid undercover remarks by NPR official Ron Schiller. He cites Gallup and Rasmussen data to claim Tea Partiers are mainstream and better informed than lawmakers, urging factual discussion over partisan demonizing.
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Permian Playhouse offers spring break camp for kids
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