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Newspaper
Odessa American
Location
Odessa, Texas, United States of America
Date
May 05, 1972
Page
9
ABC anchor Howdy Smith accuses networks of biased reporting in Edith Efron's book The News Twisters. He argues media ignored Southern integration progress and overemphasized sensational failures while labeling political figures and movements.
Washington notes Sen. Henry Jackson levels harsh charges against Sen. George McGovern calling him extremist and tied to leftist figures Abbie Hoffman and Jerry Rubin. Jackson cites six policy stances as proof while challenging Humphrey and Muskie, signaling a personal campaign for the presidency amid a turbulent party race.
An anonymous Odessa College mailer cites a Texas Today article claiming $150 million could be saved by keeping University of Texas system branches as two-year upper level schools. The piece argues against four-year expansions at UT Dallas and nearby junior colleges, amid local disputes over university roles and budget questions.
Ten years ago on May 5 1962 Judge Gerald Fugit defeated County Commissioner Tine Davis by a two to one margin in Odessa only weeks after the election.
States choose delegates amid debate over replacing chaotic 1968 Chicago convention. Reforms by two party commissions aim to broaden representation for women and youth and curb credential battles. Critics warn challenges could split the convention, while reformers expect stronger party involvement and a cleaner nomination path.
President Nixon held a non press conference at John Connally’s Texas ranch, fielding questions from wealthy guests. He reaffirmed positions on Vietnam, taxes, welfare, school busing, energy policy, and foreign trade, signaling support from Texas voters while rebutting Democratic tax reform talk.
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