Texas voters favor calm immigration reform path in 2008 race
A Harris County and national snapshot shows cooling interest in immigration as a top issue among voters and leading candidates. McCain Clinton and Obama back a comprehensive reform with secure borders and a path to legal residency for about 12 million unauthorized residents.
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Veto proof Congress looms as 2008 campaign risk
Charen notes McCain faces structural hurdles as president seeks a second term while Congress sinks in public esteem. Democrats lead in fundraising and open seats press Republicans, with 26 incumbents retiring. Still, a Democratic sweep to 60 votes remains a long shot despite momentum from Clinton-Obama dynamics.
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Better early education in Texas public preschool programs
Rutgers study finds Texas public preschool programs show quality gaps. l Beginning with class size limits and site visit monitoring, concerns echo prior Texas Early Education Model findings. Head Start programs also face ongoing issues. Expansion efforts push for broader access while preserving quality to boost long term outcomes.
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Patrick Canty Publisher and Editorial Team
Patrick Canty publisher and Ken Brodnax editor of the editorial page are named as the newspaper’s leadership in the byline section of the page. The text identifies Canty and Brodnax in the roles of publisher and editorial page editor respectively.
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Let Peace Begin With Me Manifesto Text
A civic faith statement asserts freedom as self control and moral guide. It argues peace starts with individuals mastering themselves, aligning with religious and historical liberty ideals. The piece references the Coveting Commandment, the Golden Rule, and the Declaration of Independence as moral touchstones.
Political death by own action in Democratic split
Susan Estrich, a law professor and columnist, analyzes how Democratic voters supporting McCain could emerge if their nominee loses unity. She cautions that hard feelings between Obama and Clinton may deepen, risking a Republican victory as McCain could win with sufficient cross over and focus on policy over party.
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Community rallys for Carissa Fulton medical bills support
Odessa American notes a public fundraiser for Permian junior Carissa Fulton injured in a four wheeler crash. Readers are invited to send thoughts via the letters link at freedom.com and indicate a thumbs nomination.
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