OUR VIEW Airport security debate weighs federal role
The White House proposal to expand federal air marshal use and impose new standards for airports aims to strengthen security within four to six months. It funds cockpit door fortification, in-flight surveillance, and transponder monitoring, while designating federal uniformed personnel to oversee security, with eventual National Guard involvement. critics warn of added travel delays and the risks of enlarging federal control amid private airline management.
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National Guard
Public Forum Address for Odessa American Commenting
Odessa American invites public input on local issues through letters to the editor. Send opinions to PO Box 2952 in Odessa Texas or via fax at 915 333 7742 or online at onletters link.freedom com for publication consideration.
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Lawmakers and Federal Officials Contact Details Listed
The notice lists U S Representatives Larry Combest and Henry Bonilla with office addresses in Lubbock and San Antonio. It also provides U S Senator Phil Gramm and Kay Bailey Hutchison contact locations in Washington D C detailing their district or state offices.
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U.S
Larry Combest
Lubbock
Longworth
Henry Bonilla
San Antonio
Longworth House
Washington, D.C
Fool me twice fears of Islamic extremism after 9 11
CAL THOMAS argues that post-9 11 threats stem from militant Islamic teaching cited in the Koran and echoed by clerics and groups including the Muslim Brotherhood. He warns that appeasement or denial could invite renewed attacks, urging recognition of danger and vigilant opposition.
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U.S.S. Cole
World Trade Center
Bush
John McCain
R-Az
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Paul Johnson
Johnson
National Review
Yussuf al-Qaradawi
Muslim Brotherhood
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Surat Al-Maidah
Random thoughts on ethics and government policy
Thomas Lowell surveys ethics in action from Durban to Washington. He critiques wealth as poverty preventer, warns against bureaucratic overreach, and cautions that government rules multiply as Congress members push pet ideas. He notes mid life and quarter life anxieties and defends free speech against campaign finance reform.
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South Africa
Nigeria
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West
Congress
Washington
Stephen Camarata
Vanderbilt University
Lowell
Hoover Institution
Stanford University
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Killmore
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