Gupta shifts stance on marijuana legalization in guest column
Mark Thornton recounts Dr. Sanjay Gupta's reversal from opposing to supporting legalization and his apology for past prohibition. The piece argues against a state driven one size fits all health care system, critiques licensing and regulation, and questions government role in health costs and research funding.
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Free market health care and marijuana benefits argued
Dr Gupta advocates medical marijuana benefits with minimal side effects and cost, while envisioning a free market in health care driven by consumer choice, competition, and reduced government role. Mark Thornton notes economic and social gains from legalization and shifts in policy.
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Citizens are advised how to contact President Obama at the White House and key Texas lawmakers. The message provides addresses and phone numbers for the White House, Senators Cornyn and Cruz, and Representative Gallego, plus a Lubbock office contact.
Reading Our Constitution A Call To Civic Literacy
An editorial urges Americans to read and understand the U S Constitution, calling it the foundation of freedom and the basis of law. It argues citizens should form their own informed opinions on constitutional rulings and announces a weekly publication of portions of the document to boost literacy.
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Constitutional Amendments XIX and XX Summary
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Provisions on Presidential Succession and Ratification Timeline
The text outlines succession rules: Vice President acts if President elect dies or fails to qualify, Congress may provide for scenarios if neither elect qualifies, and death provisions for electors. It states sections 1 2 take effect October 15 after ratification and a seven year window for ratification by three-fourths of states.
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Why Are We At War in Yemen
Guest column argues US drone strikes in Yemen have escalated dramatically. It cites eight attacks in two weeks with civilian casualties, questions the claimed militant targets, and warns such actions fuel further extremism and anti US sentiment. The piece advocates non interventionism and a pullout from Yemen.
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