Recess appointments are not a good idea
Columns
by Robert McDowell
The practice of presidential appointments during Congressional recesses has gone on for more years than my memory can recall. Full Article…
July 22, 2010
Washington Is to Blame
Columns
by Dan Keating
Emily Maltby of the Wall Street Journal recently wrote an excellent article entitled, “The Credit Crunch That Won’t Go Away.” She reasoned with things on the mend, “Forget the economy. Entrepreneurs still find it hard to get a loan. Where’s the money?” Full Article…
July 22, 2010
Ground Zero mosque sends the wrong message to USA
Columns
by Randy Bright
We are all aware by now of the actions of Muslims to build a mosque overlooking the ground zero site of the Twin Towers in New York City. I think all of us, perhaps even some American Muslims, find this to be an insulting, repugnant and insensitive act, but none of us should be surprised by the arrogance shown by Muslim zealots that is part and parcel of the Islamic belief system. Full Article…
July 22, 2010
Don’t let anyone tell you how to vote in the July 27 primary
Columns
by Charles Biggs
I don’t presume to tell anyone how to vote. It is the responsibility for each citizen to educate himself or herself and to go to the polls when they are open and vote their conscience. Full Article…
July 22, 2010
Leonard is an experienced prosecutor
I once had a relative who was an attorney, but was terrified of the courtroom. My relative was even a graduate of Yale Law School where Hillary and Bill Clinton learned their craft. Full Article…
July 22, 2010
Tulsa Beacon Endorsements
United States Senate - Sen. Tom Coburn
Dr. Coburn has stood against deficit spending, socialized medicine and the unrestrained growth of the federal government. He provides a moral voice concerning the tragedy of abortion and the medical consequences of an America that is abandoning the traditional view of marriage. Coburn understands the U.S. Constitution and does not back down on his core principles. Full Article…
July 22, 2010
Thieves stealing copper from Tulsa school air conditioners
Tulsa Public Schools is asking for the public’s help in stopping thieves from stealing or damaging valuable air conditioning equipment at schools. Full Article…
July 22, 2010
Mautino: Tulsans are fed up
Tulsans are so disgusted with the disputes between the City Council and Mayor Dewey Bartlett that they are ready to vote them all out, District 6 Councilor Jim Mautino said. Full Article…
July 22, 2010
Heavy Republican primary slate dwarfs Democrat ballot
While Republicans must sort through up to 18 races on the July 27 primary ballot, Democrats could see as few as five races next Tuesday. Full Article…
July 22, 2010
Coburn opposed to Kagan nomination to court
With a majority in the U.S. Senate, Elena Kagan appears to be headed to a seat on the U.S. Supreme Court despite her overt liberal bent. Full Article…
July 29, 2010
More charges filed in police corruption
More corruption is being uncovered in the Tulsa Police Department. Full Article…
July 29, 2010
Tulsa embraces New Urbanism with PlaniTulsa
With little discussion, city councilors approved PlaniTulsa, a New Urbanism design for the city’s Comprehensive Plan for future development. Full Article…
July 29, 2010
Fallin beats Brogdon in gubernatorial primary
Traditional candidates prevailed in Tuesday’s primary as U.S. Rep. Mary Fallin won the GOP nomination for governor. Fallin was challenged by Sen. Randy Brogdon, who campaigned on a return to constitutional values. Full Article…
July 29, 2010
Oklahoma’s annual sales tax holiday will be August 6-8
Beginning at 12:01 a.m. on August 6 and ending at midnight on August 8, Oklahomans can make limited purchases of clothing and shoes free of state, city and county sales tax. Full Article…
July 29, 2010
Law author disagrees with judge’s decision on abortion law
State Rep. Lisa J. Billy, R-Purcell, took issue with Judge Norma Gurich’s decision to extend an order barring enforcement of a pro-life law. Full Article…
July 29, 2010
Obama’s health care tax scheme
Remember when President Obama promised he would not raise taxes on most Americans? Full Article…
July 29, 2010
Immigration in the U.S. Constitution
There are only seven words in the Constitution dealing with immigration. Article I, Section 8 states in part: “To establish an uniform Rule of Naturalization.” Full Article…
July 29, 2010
Biodynamic farming could become a big hit in Japan
Columns
by Charles Biggs
I have a nephew who is getting a bit of attention for his innovative farming in Japan. Full Article…
July 29, 2010
Despite Obama’s policy, America must support Israel
Columns
by Randy Bright
Earlier this month, I wrote about the miracle that Israel is and how much the United States needs to support it. Israel is pivotal to peace and for any chance of freedom to exist in the Middle East. Full Article…
July 29, 2010