Our View on Iraq War Realities Rise in The Point
The piece argues the Iraq War is real and deadly, not entertainment, urging acceptance of expected resistance and human costs. It notes embedded reporters can distort context, cites Patton era pace, and warns setbacks may fuel realism about a tougher, longer, costlier conflict. It quotes Tran Eland on locals firing on US forces.
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Public Forum Address for Odessa American Comments
Public Forum note inviting readers to share opinions via write or fax to Odessa American. Includes mailing box and fax number for submissions.
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Lawmakers and state officials contact details listed
The text provides contact addresses for Rep. George E. West in Odessa and Midland, Rep. Tom Craddick, Sen. Teel Bivins in Amarillo, and Gov. Rick Perry in Austin. It cites PO Boxes and street addresses for official communications to lawmakers and state officials in Texas.
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Guns and lawsuits threaten gun makers in federal case
Jacob Sullum discusses a Brooklyn federal suit filed by the NAACP against gun manufacturers. The case seeks injunctive restrictions and argues manufacturers create a public nuisance through negligent marketing and oversupply. Judge Jack B. Weinstein, famed for anti gun bias, will decide with advisory jurors.
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Reason Magazine
War fuels big government says Stephen Chapman
Stephen Chapman argues that war expands federal power and costs, noting Homeland Security growth, massive military outlays, and long term rebuilding in Iraq. He cites Bush Gore contrasts, Reagan defense increases, and warns conservatives will back military ventures, ending the era of small government.
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