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Freedom Politics: Obama Has Some Egg on His Face

Kinky candidates tries once again
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As a serious candidate for Texas governor, the man has some liabilities — starting with the fact that he goes by the name of Kinky. But then he’s kind of stuck with that moniker because... Full story

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Election results are a mixed bag
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Tuesday’s election results may not signal... Full story
One last chance to de-escalate
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The electoral outcome has caused almost all... Full story
Almanac offers more than when to plant corn
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We’ve turned the clocks back an hour and... Full story

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Those ‘saved,’ ‘created’ jobs
THE POINT — The governmental claims can’t be proved, or disproved.
Washington claims 640,000 to 1.5 million jobs have been created or saved by the $787 billion economic stimulus plan. With only about 15 percent of the money spent so far by those intended to receive it, at this rate America might implausibly end up... Full story
Old Bronchos still have good memories — and pride
So last week, I had a chance to — as my dad used to say — renew hostilities with a one-time coworker who left Odessa for greener pastures about a quarter of a century ago. The occasion was a friendly lunch with colleagues in print... Full story
Case strengthens for withdrawal
THE POINT — Circumstances in Afghanistan strain the credibility of continuing.
As he continues to stretch out the timetable on a decision about whether to escalate the U.S. commitment to the war in Afghanistan, President Obama has asked for a province-by-province assessment of the tribal and other local leaders in that... Full story
UTPB earns honor for AVID program
THE POINT — Higher education board recognizes university for freshman program in Odessa.
It's just another feather in the cap of the University of Texas of the Permian Basin.   UTPB’s work in developing the Advancement Via Individual Determination program for freshmen students grabbed the attention of the Texas Higher... Full story
 Tina Arons
Saying goodbye to an old friend isn’t easy
A wet-nosed, chubby cream-colored golden retriever puppy arrived in a box one day when I was 5 years old. He was a gift from the man who did my dad’s welding for the ranch. I named him Rascal. He mouthed my scrawny elbows when he began... Full story
University sale is good news for Basin
THE POINT — This week’s oil and gas lease sale may be a sign of good things to come.
It’s no secret that the economic roller coaster has all of us on board. Here in oil and gas country, the last six months have been particularly difficult. But maybe there are good things on the horizon. Wednesday’s University Lands Oil... Full story
Amendments worth a review
THE POINT — Three constitutional changes likely to pass with little fanfare.
Some of the proposed amendments to the Texas Constitution have received little comment or opposition. In at least one case the matter has become routine. Perhaps people have become too accustomed to government being involved in matters that... Full story
Turnout sporadic on important ballot
THE POINT — Constitutional amendments would affect property owners in Texas.
As expected, turnout so far has been light in early voting for the 11 proposed amendments to the Texas Constitution. That is unfortunate, because more than half of the proposals would directly affect homeowners’ property tax bill. Live voting... Full story
Gene Powell Jr.
Hoping the Phillies can beat the Yankees
As I write this, I’m waiting patiently for Game 1 of the 2009 World Series. Actually, I’m not all that patient. This year’s baseball postseason has been ridiculous in terms of time. California Angels manager Mike Scioscia was... Full story
Obama’s pay limits rather ominous
THE POINT — Fault for financial mess could go to more people than those dunned by pay ‘czar.’
He who pays the piper calls the tune. This should be a lesson to companies tempted to get in bed with the government or to plead for taxpayer bailouts because they are “too big to fail” after they have experienced a run of bad luck or... Full story
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