Perspectives

Has it been done before?

Sat, 03/22/2025 - 12:00am

There is something to the claim that history repeats itself. I realize that people running these Iphones think if it hasn’t flashed on their screens in the last 30 seconds, it didn’t happen. In the period during WWI with Europe torn to pieces, American agriculture boomed and farmers were saying they would never have another poor day. In the 1920’s Europe came back into production, farm prices plummeted and a depression flowed through rural America while the cities enjoyed the roaring 20’s.

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Texas farmers concerned over growing trade war

Sat, 03/22/2025 - 12:00am

Texas farmers are voicing growing concerns about tariffs being enacted by President Trump adversely affecting their ability to sell agricultural goods overseas, the Houston Chronicle reported. Texas Farm Bureau President Russell Boening said the tariffs could be especially tough on younger farmers.

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Making Texas housing affordable again

Sat, 03/22/2025 - 12:00am

We can all agree: Texas must never turn into California. Californians are struggling due to the high cost of living and excessive taxes — not to mention their radical liberal government and culture. Some of you may even have fled from states like California to find a safe refuge in conservative, free Texas.