Columns/opinions

Police Theft

by John Stossel Did you know that in most of America, police can take your property, even if you did nothing wrong?They don't have to charge you with a crime. They don't have to take you to court.They can just say they suspect you of a crime.
Capital Highlights

Capital Highlights

Capital Highlights

Democrats Talarico, Crockett set first debateThe first debate in the state’s Democratic primary for U.S. Senate is set for Jan. 24 in Georgetown, The Dallas Morning News reported. U.S. Rep. Jasmine Crockett of Dallas and state Rep. James Talarico of Round Rock are vying for the nomination.

The Warmth of Collectivism

by John Stossel 'Replace the frigidity of rugged individualism with the warmth of collectivism!' says my new socialist mayor.Sounds so nice ... No more greedy capitalists hoarding wealth. People share. It's the socialist dream.What will replace capitalism and individualism?

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President Donald J. Trump, 1600 Pennsylvania, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20500 (202) 456-1414.U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz, Russell Senate Office Bulding 404, Washington, D.C. 20510. (202) 224-5922. Dallas office: LB 606, 10440 North Central Expressway, Suite 1160, Dallas, TX 75231-2223. (214) 599-8749.U.S. Sen.

Hollywood vs. Individualism

by John Stossel Many popular movies make a constructive point: If you work hard enough and push through tough times, you can achieve your dreams.In 'The Pursuit of Happyness,' a struggling father tells his son, 'Don't let anyone tell you, you can't do something.

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President Donald J. Trump, 1600 Pennsylvania, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20500 (202) 456-1414.U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz, Russell Senate Office Bulding 404, Washington, D.C. 20510. (202) 224-5922. Dallas office: LB 606, 10440 North Central Expressway, Suite 1160, Dallas, TX 75231-2223. (214) 599-8749.U.S. Sen.
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New laws taking effect in New YearA spate of new laws took effect on Jan. 1, The Dallas Morning News reported. Here’s a brief summary of the most notable new laws now in force:• County sheriff’s offices are now required to cooperate with U.S.
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Five big moves from the Lege in 2025The Texas Legislature made a host of major decisions in 2025, as The Dallas Morning News reported. Here are the highlights:• Homeowners received a break on their property taxes after approving a proposed constitutional amendment in November.

Socialism vs. Capitalism

by John Stossel People criticize capitalism. A recent Axios-Generation poll says, 'College students prefer socialism to capitalism.' Why?Because they believe absurd myths. Like the claim that the Soviet Union 'wasn't real socialism.'Socialism guru Noam Chomsky tells students that.

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President Donald J. Trump, 1600 Pennsylvania, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20500 (202) 456-1414.U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz, Russell Senate Office Bulding 404, Washington, D.C. 20510. (202) 224-5922. Dallas office: LB 606, 10440 North Central Expressway, Suite 1160, Dallas, TX 75231-2223. (214) 599-8749.U.S. Sen.