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Newspaper
Odessa American
Location
Odessa, Texas, United States of America
Date
Oct 05, 1998
Page
4
A collection of Texas newspaper editorials compiled by The Associated Press analyzes state governance, policy implementation, and political leadership. The pieces reflect diverse local perspectives on fiscal policy, public education, and regulatory reforms shaping Texas public life.
The Texas system of party run primaries using public funds faces conflict of interest and potential irregularities. Denton County incidents reveal concerns about neutrality, with calls for counties to run primaries instead. Advocates note cost savings and reduced fraud risk by removing party control. The 1999 Legislature should follow 1995 and 1997 reforms by assigning counties primary responsibility.
Shell Oil Foundation pledges five year grants totaling 5 million to the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation to support Gulf of Mexico conservation. The first round funds Texas projects including Laguna Madre wetlands acquisition by The Nature Conservancy, Kemp’s Ridley sea turtle work, a Caribbean Storm Spotter Network, and a red tide monitoring project.
Ruth Pakaluk, a 41-year-old mother of six from Worcester, died of bone cancer. She fought for the pro-life cause, led several groups, mentored students, and challenged local officials over church property and sex education. Ruth valued faith, family, and service, refusing hospitalization to continue teaching and charity to others.
Joseph Sobran examines Senator Byron Dorgan of North Dakota, noting private money funds his campaign from across the country while he champions McCain Feingold reform. The piece questions his constitutional agenda, ties to Bill Clinton, and the impact on his re election bid amid a hostile political climate.
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