Passover marks Jewish freedom and the Exodus story
A Passover overview explains the Seder questions, the ten plagues, and the symbolism of unleavened bread, bitter herbs, and dipping foods. It notes the festival’s duration differences, the liberation theme, and the broader message of freedom for all, linking to the era of slavery in America.
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Lawmakers Federal Officials Office Contact Info
Lawmakers and federal officials listing for U S Rep Mike Conaway U S Sen John Cornyn and U S Sen Kay Bailey Hutchison with Midland Odessa and Washington addresses phone numbers and email contacts provided for district and state offices. Includes office locations in Midland Odessa and Washington D C and links to official contact forms.
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Midland
Cannon House
Washington
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W. Eighth St
Odessa
Desta Drive
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House
John Cornyn
Hart Senate
Washington, D.C
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Senate
Kay Bailey Hutchison
Russell Senate
Hutchison.senate.gov
Let peace begin with me editorial reflection
The piece presents a call for personal self-control as the path to freedom, framing freedom as a God given gift rather than a political grant. It links self mastery to human potential and cites moral guides including the Coveting Commandment the Golden Rule and the Declaration of Independence as guiding truths.
California and Mexico face drug war links and a legalization paradox
The piece argues Mexico's drug violence is driven by cartels seeking profits from illegal cannabis, and that California's 2010 ballot measure to legalize marijuana could undermine illicit supply. It notes that legalization would shift profits away from criminals, yet officials reject legalization while acknowledging ongoing demand, with Clinton and Obama officials weighed options.
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Golden State
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Bush
Mexico City
Hillary Clinton
Office of National Drug Control Policy
Texas doctors press forward after health reform law
In a guest column, Dr William H. Fleming III urges Texas physicians to focus on patient care amid the new health reform law. He highlights three benefits, three needed changes, and the ongoing education campaign by the Texas Medical Association to help doctors and patients navigate the post reform environment.
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Texas
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Odessa plants sale praise from ECISO horticulture students
The Odessa American offers a thumbs up for ECISO horticulture students prepping for the annual plant sale. Readers may send opinions by emailing onletters 0a0a.com and noting a thumbs nomination.
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