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Newspaper
Odessa American
Location
Odessa, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 02, 2000
Page
4
A compilation of editorials from Texas newspapers as gathered by the Associated Press. It presents opinions on state affairs and public policy. The Odessa American is among the papers included in the collection dated October 2, 2000.
The San Antonio Express-News reports Texas forfeits $96 million in federal highway funds for failing to ban open alcohol containers in vehicles. Despite banning drinking while driving in 1993, lawmakers left a loophole, causing congressional pressure and calls by State Rep. Fred Hill to enact a full ban.
The UT Board of Regents committee proposes standardized testing across the nine campuses to gauge mission success while avoiding impinging on academic freedom. Critics warn against teaching to the test, graduation denial, and overreach. The plan, tied to a broader UT improvement strategy, surfaces as costs rise and funding pressures grow.
The reader invitation asks for opinions on any issue via mail to Odessa American Public Forum, P O Box 2952, Odessa TX 79760 or by fax to 915 333 7742 or e-mail to onletters@link.freedom.com. The notice provides contact channels for reader submissions.
Syndicated columnist Ann Coulter argues against drug legalization, calling proponents naive and describing the welfare state as a forced support system for users. She cautions that smoking and alcohol also harm society, disputes official death tallies, and notes Cocaine and heroin risks while labeling legalization arguments as deceptive.
Feder argues Gore enjoys superior media portrayal while Bush is ridiculed as a dope. He cites examples of biased coverage, double standards, and selective reporting that shape public perception ahead of the presidential debate.
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