Editorial collection from the Opressa American 4A page
A compilation of Texas editorials gathered by the Associated Press dated Monday November 11 2002. The pieces reflect state issues and public opinion as presented on the Opressa American 4A editorial page.
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Nursing Home Care In Texas Face Ongoing Shortfalls
A San Antonio Express-News report cites two congressional reviews showing Texas nursing homes continue to fail health and safety standards. Despite funding issues, over 90 percent lack adequate nursing staff and nearly 39 percent of cited violations caused harm to residents.
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Texas
Ciro Rodriguez
U.S
San Antonio Express-News
Texas Border Poverty Drives National Poverty Figure
Census estimates show six of the nation’s top ten poor counties are in Texas with five on or near the border and four among the top ten for children under 17. The piece urges action by local and federal governments to fight poverty through education and expanded opportunities across the state.
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Texas
United States
Starr
Presidio
Brooks
Maverick
Willacy
Loving County
Edwards
el Paso County
el Paso
agRa
Dallas
Lubbock
Austin
Washington
Texans
Bush victory study shows bold use of capital
Mona Charens syndicated column argues President Bush defies political wisdom by using bold moves in midterm elections, tax cuts, and foreign policy. It credits him with shifting momentum, cites Reagan, Arafat, and Homeland Security, and contrasts Democratic weakness with Republican resolve.
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Bush
Ronald Reagan
Rooseveltian
Theodore
Franklin
United States
Yasser Arafat
Palestinian Authority
Arafat
Washington, D.C
Senate
Handgun control aims for broad limits in US policy
Larry Elder questions gun policy, citing historical remarks by Handgun Control Inc. about gradual total handgun control. He notes media gaps in reporting shootings where firearms halted attacks, pointing to Edinboro, Appalachian Law School, and Pearl incidents. In Pearl, a teen shooter killed one, with a banquet hall owner who confronted the assailant limiting deaths.
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United States
Edinboro
Appalachian Law School
Pearl, Miss
Pearl
Miss
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