Potpourri on war fears faith and home front life
Cathy Gillentine reflects during the Iraq war buildup, weighing ambivalence about bombing and troop actions. She recalls wartime memories, notes modern warfare features like smart bombs and drones, and asks if Saddam and his aides can be found. She hopes for divine guidance and prays with President Bush.
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Sacred duties demand protection for Daniel and the vulnerable
Roy Spence urges defense of health care for vulnerable Texans amid proposed budget cuts. He recalls Daniel Wiederhold, a 10 year old from Round Rock using a wheelchair, who testifies before the Senate about keeping his family, health services, and dignity intact. Spence honors caregivers and the family as the true strength of Texas, contrasting them with powerful lawmakers.
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Real life musings on love, politics, and jalapenos
A reflective piece links changing taste for jalapenos to a blond Oklahoma woman who taught cooking. The author contrasts personal life priorities with editorial page debates, urging empathy, avoiding polarizing assumptions, and valuing family over politics while ending with a craving for nachos with jalapenos.
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