Bush charts course for Republican rule
President Bush laid out a priority plan after Republicans won control of Congress. He said homeland security comes first and an economic recovery plan with tax cuts will wait until next year. He spoke 45 minutes at a news conference after the election and clashed with Senate leader Trent Lott over timing.
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Football Bonanza Promises Big Odessa American Coverage
Sunday's Odessa American will feature extensive football coverage with game results from CPBYAA final football games and reports on the Ratliff Stadium closing ceremony.
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Craddick stakes claim as State House speaker
Republican Tom Craddick claimed the speakership after Republicans won 88 seats, holding 102 of 150 votes, as the GOP took control of the Texas House for the first time in 130 years. The formal vote will occur when the session opens in January, with Craddick promising an inclusive, fair leadership.
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Republican win alarms pro choice movement
The Republican takeover of the Senate follows key victories by anti abortion candidates, triggering cautious celebration among anti abortion activists and alarm among supporters of abortion rights. NARAL and allies spent millions in the final weeks backing pro choice Democrats while Republicans stood against them, influencing the five closest Senate races. See ABORTION on Page 34.
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United Way Odessa campaign nears $2 million goal
The United Way of Odessa finished its campaign with a total of $1,327,759, about 95 percent of the $1.4 million goal and $72,241 short of completion. Officials expect the final amount to rise by month end as volunteers and donors contribute. A lunch celebration at the Holiday Inn Centre highlighted the milestone with community leaders and local businesses, including Key Energy and Kicks 99.3 disc jockey Mike Lawrence.
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Texas Household Income Slightly Rises in 01 Survey
A Texas survey reports a small year over year rise in average household income for 01. The report highlights modest gains across several sectors and notes continued affordability pressures for central urban areas. Local officials say the data reflect gradual economic improvement statewide.
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