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Editorial, Opinions

Editorial: Republican priorities are not the path for higher ed

Foghorn Editors

For years, Texas maintained a “low cost, low aid” model for public higher education. Tuition rates were kept well under national average and set by the state legislature. That changed about 20 years ago. After a state budgetary shortfall in 2003, legislators passed House Bill 3015 to deregulate public university tuition. The bill went into effect September 2003 and changed the education code to allow governing boards of public universities to set designated tuition rates.  Prior to this, the Texas legislature had strict authority over tuition, mandating that the statutory and designated tuition rates be uniform across the state.  A…

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Editorial: Fiery fighting will only lead to waterless ruin for residents

Foghorn Editors

Corpus Christi is facing a serious water crisis as reservoir levels fall to roughly 9 percent capacity, placing the city under Stage 3 water restrictions.  Residents are being asked to conserve water while leaders continue debating long- term solutions that have been discussed for years. The situation raises concerns about whether enough preparation has been done for drought conditions in a region that has historically experienced water supply challenges. The problem is clear. As population and industry continue to grow, demand for water has increased while supply has steadily declined. Data shows reservoir levels dropping over time, creating concern for…