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Odessa American

Location

Odessa, Texas, United States of America

Date

Sep 15, 2008

Page

3

Texas VIEWS on Immigration Sparks Local Action

A Dallas Morning News analysis notes the failure of national candidates to address illegal immigration, while Texas cities and lawmakers move to act. Farmers Branch plans license checks to verify residency, Irving participates in a federal program, and Tyler reps push 20 to 30 bills. States like Arizona and Oklahoma already act, signaling voter anger and a leadership gap.

America CNN Lou Dobbs Barack Obama John McCain McCain Senate Obama City of Farmers U.S Irving Texas Tyler Leo Berman Arizona Oklahoma Dallas Morning News

Mexico protesters push for crackdown on drug violence

The Associated Press reports mass demonstrations across Mexico with well over 100,000 participants demanding government action against rampant killings kidnappings and shootouts. Calderon vows to adopt civic group proposals while U S backed Merida initiative seeks 1.4 billion in aid and equipment to curb cartels and kidnappings.

Mexico Associated Press United States U.S Felipe Calderon Mexican Crime Institute Calderon Yucatan Peninsula Zetas Gulf Drug Cartel Merida Central America Fort Worth

Let Peace Begin With Me Editorial Vision

The editorial page asserts freedom as a divine gift and personal self control. It emphasizes readers acquiring information to promote and preserve freedom and urges others to see its blessings. It links freedom to moral guides and the Declaration of Independence.

Obama health care overhaul risks private insurance collapse

The author argues Obama would push a single payer style system via a play or pay tax, forcing private insurers out and creating Medicare for all. A 7 percent tax would drive employers to self insure or pay, enlarging government roles. McCain counters with market competition, tax exemptions, and HSAs to expand choice.

Obama Michael Dukakis Commonwealth Fund U.S Cato Institute Norway Britain France McCain McGain Pelosi Reid

Biden memo raises questions on Hillary and Palin choices

The piece argues Biden may have over explained at a New Hampshire rally, risking headlines by questioning Hillary Clinton's qualifications and implying Palin offers a stronger appeal to women voters. It notes how presidential picks reflect the leader's judgment and recalls Clinton and Gore dynamics from 2000.

Joe Biden RNC New Hampshire Barack Obama Biden Hillary Clinton New York United States of America Hillary McCain Obama America Sarah Palin Bill Clinton Clinton al Gore Gore Joe Lieberman Lieberman Palin McGain George W. Bush

Fiestas reinatiok organizers get thumbs up

Local coverage applauds organizers for hosting the statewide winter festival. Event planners coordinated activities, safety, and community outreach, drawing participants from multiple neighborhoods and boosting local commerce during the weekend celebration.

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