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Newspaper

Wilson County News

Location

Floresville, Texas, United States of America

Date

Oct 31, 2001

Page

5

Fundamentalists with or without violence prompt frank exchange

In a reflective column Frank Bain Jr. contrasts Christian and Muslim fundamentalists, arguing intolerance breeds danger and calls for defensive readiness. He recalls a heated encounter, argues for universal love, and warns that violent ideologies threaten civilization. He signs as a Stockdale banker.

Hell Frank Bain Jr Swaggart Falwell Mohammed

War and peace echoed in a 2001 column by Doug Patton

In a 2001 piece, Doug Patton argues against pacifist dobrze and cites Thomas Jefferson and World War II veterans to defend wartime responses after 9 11. He criticizes Nebraskans for Peace protests and denounces nonviolence as appeasement while urging Americans to recognize the price of freedom.

Thomas Jefferson Jefferson King George Great Britain Omaha Nebraskans For Peace Afghanistan America Dad David Horowitz Horowitz Center For the Study of Popular Culture Dong Patton South Vietnam USA Today Richard Deats Fellowship of Reconciliation Nyack N.Y Coalition For Peace United States United Nations U.N Kofi Annan Community of Nations Deats Martin Luther King Neville Chamberlain Hitler Osama bin Laden Doug Patton

Rejoinder on Iraq Sanctions and War Casualties

Justin Felux responds to prior letters on Iraq sanctions and civilian deaths, arguing actions may fuel further hostility and noting moral responsibility for consequences. He cites Albright and Taliban negotiations, warns against collateral damage rhetoric, and invites further discussion via email.

Hussein Iraq Madeline Albright

Officials Should Avoid Appearance of Impropriety

Letter from TOM HUELSMAN of La Vernia criticizes the La Vernia Independent School District and City Council for appointing Ted Crow to the Wilson County Appraisal District board while noting a separate AG ruling against Carl Zenner. He contrasts these actions and urges better foresight.

la Vernia Zenner Tom Huelsman

Letter questions arming pilots and passengers in flights

A reader expresses concern about mass arming of pilots and public to protect aircraft. He argues killing requires training and urges alternatives like cockpit security doors and sky marshals, suggesting training via law enforcement academies or a new program.

Wilson County News Law Enforcement Mili Sky AL Hensel Stockdale

Perspective on anthrax fears and public health perspective

The piece argues for perspective on the anthrax scare post Sept 11, noting limited infections and deaths while influenza causes far more deaths annually. It questions media focus and urges balanced worry, hygiene, vaccination, and attention to broader health risks.

Washington, D.C Washington U.S. Postal Service Centers For Disease Control

Stockdale High Plans Drug-Free Graduation Party 2002

Stockdale ISD announces Project Graduation 2002 a drug and alcohol free party for the Class of 2002 following commencement on June 1. The event features foods prizes and party supplies to ensure a safe joyous celebration for graduates and guests inquiries to Stockdale ISD administration.

Stockdale High School Stockdale Independent School District Vicki Wehmeyer Stockdale Isd

Debating U S Middle East Policy After Attacks

John Harlan argues that U S democracy promotion remains valid and that policy blame for Sept 11 is misplaced. He contends support for Israel is essential and that Saudi ties hinge on deterring Saddam Hussein’s threats and weapons programs.

U.S. Middle Eastern United States Israel Middle East Saudi Arabia Saddam Hussein Kuwait Saudi Arabian Saddam Timothy McVeigh Waco

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