Freedom and Mexican holidays in American life
Odessa readers discuss celebrating Cinco de Mayo and Deis y Seis in the United States and Texas. They argue for respect of all cultural celebrations as part of the melting pot, note Texas history with six flags, and urge honoring freedom through diverse observances including Emancipation Day and Juneteenth. They link Mexico's independence days to broader notions of liberty and unity.
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AWOL alcohol vapor bans sweep across states
The AWOL device allowing alcohol inhalation faces proposed bans in Florida Kansas and Colorado as lawmakers push to curb new pleasures seen as easy intoxication. Distillers oppose the device arguing it markets a buzz while U S and UK antidrug vaccine efforts seek to curb temptation with mixed practicality and ethics debates.
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British Health Department
Bible curriculum debated as literature value and church presence sparks protest
A public forum discussion asks that Bible be studied as literature or history in schools, not as doctrine or church on campus. A pastor cites concerns about a churchlike service outside a board meeting and argues for literacy and welfare charity over costly upgrades. The letter laments budget priorities, urging support for programs aiding Iraq, Appalachia, American Indians, and orphans, while praising soldiers. It also notes a local lifeguard saving a student and presents the author's view as the letter's stance.
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Odessa American Freedom Editorial Sayings 1988 Pulitzer
The editorial page declares a commitment to freedom, self-control, and moral guidance inspired by religious and civic principles. It emphasizes freedom as a divine gift, not a political grant, and calls readers to promote and preserve liberty through personal discipline and adherence to moral laws.
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