Texas West blast blamed on agencies not sharing duties
Officials from TCEQ, the Office of the State Chemist, DPS and federal regulators avoided responsibility for West Fertilizer Co disclosures. They knew of 2400 tons ammonium nitrate processed yearly and risked public safety by not raising alarms. Governors and local authorities faced scrutiny for weak coordination and shared blame, urging a reassessment of procedures under Gov Perry.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
West
Texas Commission On Environmental Quality
Department of Public Safety
Office of the State Chemist
West Fertilizer Co
TCEQ
West Fertilizer
Bryan W. Shaw
Tim Herrman
Texas
House
Steve McCraw
National Public Radio
Gary Polasek
Reuters
CIA
FBI
Rick Perry
Lawmakers and officials contact list for Texas delegation
A compiled roster lists federal and state lawmakers with their Washington and local offices. It includes U S Representatives Mike Conaway Randy Neugebauer Pete Gallego and Senators John Cornyn Ted Cruz, plus state reps Tryon Lewis and Tom Craddick, with addresses, phone numbers, fax lines, and emails for outreach and constituent services.
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U.S
Mike Conaway
Republican
Midland
Rayburn House
Washington
D.C
Odessa
Eighth St
Desta Drive
Conaway
House
Randy Neugebauer
Lubbock
Longworth House
Fox
Randy
Pete Gallego
Cannon House
Washington, D.C
Gallego
John Cornyn
Hart Senate
Cornyn
Senate
Ted Cruz
Dirksen Senate
Cruz
Tryon Lewis
West 4Th St
Austin
Capitol Extension
P.O
Tryon.lewis
State
Tom Craddick
West Texas
Capitol
Peace Declaration From Publisher Canty And Editor Dennis
A newspaper quotes its mission emphasizing liberty and self control as divine gifts, asserting freedom stems from personal restraint rather than political power. The piece cites moral guides like the Coveting Commandment the Golden Rule and the Declaration of Independence to frame its philosophy.
The Minor Miracles of Democracy by Susan Estrich
Susan Estrich, Robert Kingsley Professor of Law and Political Science at USC Law Center, is a syndicated columnist. She writes on democratic processes and political life, highlighting small but important democratic acts and their impact on society.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Estrich
Robert Kingsley
University of Southern California Law Center
C-Span
Nancy Reagan
Reagan
Presidents Gather in Houston for Bush Library Dedication
The April 25 2013 event brought five presidents including George W Bush and his wheelchair bound father to Houston for the library dedication. Despite political rifts they shared respect for the presidency and love of country, emphasizing unity over discord.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Houston
George W. Bush
Clintor
Clinton
Reagan Library
Reagan
Thumbs Up Opinion Letter Encourages Community Praise
Odessa American editors invite readers to share positive notes. Email onletters Capa.com and indicate if you have a thumbs up for community praise.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Capa
Geography education gains support nationwide
A nationwide survey shows overwhelming public backing for more geography in schools colleges and universities. Respondents want geography courses at every level and instructors with formal geography training. The report calls for universal basic geography learning for all K 12 students and robust college curricula with funding for research and faculty development.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
U. S
Amergeog.org
Jerome E. Dobson
American Geographical Society
University of Kansas
Jefferson Science
National Academies
U. S. Department of State
Stephanie L. Kozak
Joseph S. Wood
University of Baltimore
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Patrick Canty
Laura Dennis
Susan Estrich
George W. Bush Presidential Library and Museum
George Wbushlibrary .Smi.edu
Bush
Boston
Presidential Library
Ing
Jeff Korterba
AGS
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