Texas: Remembering 9/11 and Its Aftermath
A reflective piece notes 9/11 as a defining date alongside December 7, 1941 and November 22, 1963. It contrasts real time television images with later security tradeoffs, honors fallen military personnel, and recalls nearly 2,000 U.S. deaths in Afghanistan as August marks the deadliest month this year.
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Lawmakers and officials contact listings for Texas
A dense roster of federal and state lawmakers with office addresses in Midland Odessa San Antonio Austin and Washington D C. Includes U S Representatives Mike Conaway Randy Neugebauer Francisco Canseco and Tom Craddick plus Senators John Cornyn Kay Bailey Hutchison and state figures Tryon Lewis Kel Seliger Carlos Y rusti notes phone numbers and official emails.
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U.S
Mike Conaway
Midland
Cannon House
Washington
D.C
Fox
W. Eighth St
Odessa
Desta Drive
Conaway
House
Randy Neugebauer
Lubbock
Washington, D.C
Randy.house
Francisco ‘Quico’ R. Canseco
San Antonio
Longworth HO
Kay Bailey Hutchison
Russell Senate
Hutchison
Senate
Tryon Lewis
West 4Th Street
Austin
P.O
Tryon.lewis
State
Tom Craddick
Republican
Capitol
Tinyurl
Sen
Kel Seliger
Amarillo
E. University Blvd
P.O. Box
Senate State
Carlos Yresti
Senate.state
Let Peace Begin With Me Motto Promotes Freedom
The piece asserts freedom as the gift of self control guided by moral directives. It emphasizes that true liberty arises when individuals govern themselves and their outputs, aligning with the Coveting Commandment, the Golden Rule, and the Declaration of Independence.
Clinton’s convention role proves enduring influence of a former president
Estrich recalls 1988 Democratic convention slot decisions and Bill Clinton’s rise as a keynote figure. Clinton impressed with a speech shaping the Obama era, while Richards and Dukakis planning illustrated party strategy. The piece notes Clinton’s enduring popularity and bipartisan praise for his presidency.
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Texas
George Bush
Arkansas
Richards
Bill Clinton
Michael Dukakis
Clinton
Tad Devine
Barack Obama
Mitt Romney
Obama
Odessa American Opinion Ideas Desk Seeks Reader Comments
The Odessa American invites readers to share insights on current topics. Comments may cover community issues, policy impacts, local events, or social questions. Submissions welcome both positive and critical perspectives suitable for a broad audience.
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