War Powers Resolution: Presidential Compliance (open access)

War Powers Resolution: Presidential Compliance

This report gives a summary of the usage of the War Powers Resolution (WPR) and various issues related to proposals to modify or repeal the resolution. The report summarizes most recent developments and background, and gives an overview of United Nations actions, and WPR activities in former Yugoslavia/Bosnia, Kosovo, Iraq (post-1991), Haiti, and Somalia. It also includes commentary on the instances formally reported under the WPR, consultation with Congress, and the current issues which Congress is considering.
Date: February 2, 2009
Creator: Grimmett, Richard F.
Object Type: Report
System: The UNT Digital Library
Sudan: The Crisis in Darfur and Status of the North-South Peace Agreement (open access)

Sudan: The Crisis in Darfur and Status of the North-South Peace Agreement

This report discusses the history of Sudan's civil unrest and the subsequent crisis in Darfur, as well as United Nations and United States aid and peacekeeping efforts, and current related policy under the Obama Administration.
Date: February 12, 2009
Creator: Dagne, Ted
Object Type: Report
System: The UNT Digital Library

The Sutton-taylor Feud: the Deadliest Blood Feud in Texas

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The Sutton-Taylor Feud of DeWitt, Gonzales, Karnes, and surrounding counties began shortly after the Civil War ended. The blood feud continued into the 1890s when the final court case was settled with a governmental pardon. Of all the Texas feuds, the one between the Sutton and Taylor forces lasted longer and covered more ground than any other. William E. Sutton was the only Sutton involved, but he had many friends to wage warfare against the large Taylor family. The causes are still shrouded in mystery and legend, as both sides argued they were just and right. In April 1868 Charles Taylor and James Sharp were shot down in Bastrop County, alleged horse thieves attempting to escape. During this period many men were killed “while attempting to escape.” The killing on Christmas Eve 1868 of Buck Taylor and Dick Chisholm was perhaps the final spark that turned hard feelings into fighting with bullets and knives. William Sutton was involved in both killings. “Who sheds a Taylor's blood, by a Taylor's hand must fall” became a fact of life in South Texas. Violent acts between the two groups now followed. The military reacted against the killing of two of their soldiers in …
Date: February 15, 2009
Creator: Parsons, Chuck
Object Type: Book
System: The UNT Digital Library
Afghanistan: Government Formation and Performance (open access)

Afghanistan: Government Formation and Performance

This report discusses the current political state of Afghanistan, as well as the Afghan government. This report also discusses Afghanistan's relationship with the United States, particularly U.S. efforts to urge President Hamid Karzai to address corruption within the Afghan government.
Date: February 5, 2009
Creator: Katzman, Kenneth
Object Type: Report
System: The UNT Digital Library
The Brand (Abilene, Tex.), Vol. 97, No. 10, Ed. 1 Tuesday, February 24, 2009 (open access)

The Brand (Abilene, Tex.), Vol. 97, No. 10, Ed. 1 Tuesday, February 24, 2009

Bi-weekly student newspaper from Hardin-Simmons University in Abilene, Texas that includes campus news and local news of interest to students along with advertising.
Date: February 24, 2009
Creator: Koe, Crystal
Object Type: Newspaper
System: The Portal to Texas History
Iran's Activities and Influence in Iraq (open access)

Iran's Activities and Influence in Iraq

This report discusses the relationship between Iraq and Iran in the post-Saddam Hussein era, with particular focus on what Iran's intentions and/or long-term goals may be for increasing its influence in Iraq. The report explores the various strategies that Iran has used to spread its influence throughout Iraq's military and political spheres. The report also addresses the United States' concern over the Iran-Iraq relationship, especially as it concerns armed Shiite factions and U.S. efforts to stabilize Iraq.
Date: February 13, 2009
Creator: Katzman, Kenneth
Object Type: Report
System: The UNT Digital Library
The Oklahoma Eagle (Tulsa, Okla.), Vol. 89, No. 8, Ed. 1 Friday, February 20, 2009 (open access)

The Oklahoma Eagle (Tulsa, Okla.), Vol. 89, No. 8, Ed. 1 Friday, February 20, 2009

Weekly newspaper from Tulsa, Oklahoma that includes local, state, and national news along with advertising.
Date: February 20, 2009
Creator: unknown
Object Type: Newspaper
System: The Gateway to Oklahoma History
Timpson & Tenaha News (Timpson, Tex.), Vol. 27, No. 8, Ed. 1 Thursday, February 26, 2009 (open access)

Timpson & Tenaha News (Timpson, Tex.), Vol. 27, No. 8, Ed. 1 Thursday, February 26, 2009

Weekly newspaper from Timpson, Texas that includes local, state, and national news along with advertising.
Date: February 26, 2009
Creator: Alexander, Nancy
Object Type: Newspaper
System: The Portal to Texas History
Iraq: Post-Saddam Governance and Security (open access)

Iraq: Post-Saddam Governance and Security

This report discusses the current political and social climate of Iraq, specifically in regards to the influence of the U.S. military presence over recent years. This report addresses planned and possible future efforts under the Obama Administration, including the scheduled gradual troops withdrawal.
Date: February 5, 2009
Creator: Katzman, Kenneth
Object Type: Report
System: The UNT Digital Library
Reserve Component Personnel Issues: Questions and Answers (open access)

Reserve Component Personnel Issues: Questions and Answers

This report provides insight to reserve component personnel issues through a series of questions and answers. The term "Reserve Component" is used to refer collectively to the seven individual reserve components of the armed forces: the Army National Guard of the United States, the Army Reserve, the Navy Reserve, the Marine Corps Reserve, the Air National Guard of the United States, the Air Force Reserve, and the Coast Guard Reserve.
Date: February 10, 2009
Creator: Kapp, Lawrence
Object Type: Report
System: The UNT Digital Library
The Rattler (San Antonio, Tex.), Vol. 96, No. 8, Ed. 1 Wednesday, February 18, 2009 (open access)

The Rattler (San Antonio, Tex.), Vol. 96, No. 8, Ed. 1 Wednesday, February 18, 2009

Student newspaper from St. Mary's University in San Antonio, Texas that includes campus news along with advertising.
Date: February 18, 2009
Creator: St. Mary's University (San Antonio, Tex.)
Object Type: Newspaper
System: The Portal to Texas History
The Clifton Record (Clifton, Tex.), Vol. 114, No. 7, Ed. 1 Wednesday, February 18, 2009 (open access)

The Clifton Record (Clifton, Tex.), Vol. 114, No. 7, Ed. 1 Wednesday, February 18, 2009

Weekly newspaper from Clifton, Texas that includes local, state, and national news along with advertising.
Date: February 18, 2009
Creator: Smith, W. Leon
Object Type: Newspaper
System: The Portal to Texas History
Texas Jewish Post (Fort Worth, Tex.), Vol. 63, No. 8, Ed. 1 Thursday, February 19, 2009 (open access)

Texas Jewish Post (Fort Worth, Tex.), Vol. 63, No. 8, Ed. 1 Thursday, February 19, 2009

Weekly Jewish newspaper from Fort Worth, Texas that includes local, state and national news along with extensive advertising.
Date: February 19, 2009
Creator: Wisch, Rene
Object Type: Newspaper
System: The Portal to Texas History
Sweetwater Reporter (Sweetwater, Tex.), Vol. 111, No. 84, Ed. 1 Monday, February 23, 2009 (open access)

Sweetwater Reporter (Sweetwater, Tex.), Vol. 111, No. 84, Ed. 1 Monday, February 23, 2009

Daily newspaper from Sweetwater, Texas that includes local, state, and national news along with advertising.
Date: February 23, 2009
Creator: Rodriguez, Tatiana
Object Type: Newspaper
System: The Portal to Texas History
The Panola Watchman (Carthage, Tex.), Vol. [137], No. 15, Ed. 1 Sunday, February 22, 2009 (open access)

The Panola Watchman (Carthage, Tex.), Vol. [137], No. 15, Ed. 1 Sunday, February 22, 2009

Semiweekly newspaper from Carthage, Texas that includes local, state, and national news along with advertising.
Date: February 22, 2009
Creator: unknown
Object Type: Newspaper
System: The Portal to Texas History
Cuba: Issues for the 111th Congress (open access)

Cuba: Issues for the 111th Congress

This report discusses the current political conditions of Cuba, as well as its relationship with the United States. In particular, the report focuses on U.S. policy regarding Cuba, including various economic sanctions, human rights issues, and foreign aid appropriations.
Date: February 3, 2009
Creator: Sullivan, Mark P.
Object Type: Report
System: The UNT Digital Library
The GV Tribune (Grandview, Tex.), Vol. 114, No. 6, Ed. 1 Friday, February 6, 2009 (open access)

The GV Tribune (Grandview, Tex.), Vol. 114, No. 6, Ed. 1 Friday, February 6, 2009

Weekly newspaper from Grandview, Texas that includes local, state, and national news along with advertising.
Date: February 6, 2009
Creator: Buck, Erin
Object Type: Newspaper
System: The Portal to Texas History
Cuba: Issues for the 111th Congress (open access)

Cuba: Issues for the 111th Congress

This report tracks developments in U.S. policy toward Cuba and legislative initiatives in the 111th Congress.
Date: February 25, 2009
Creator: Sullivan, Mark P.
Object Type: Report
System: The UNT Digital Library
The Greensheet (Austin, Tex.), Vol. 32, No. 3, Ed. 1 Thursday, February 26, 2009 (open access)

The Greensheet (Austin, Tex.), Vol. 32, No. 3, Ed. 1 Thursday, February 26, 2009

Free weekly newspaper that includes business and classified advertising.
Date: February 26, 2009
Creator: unknown
Object Type: Newspaper
System: The Portal to Texas History
The Baytown Sun (Baytown, Tex.), Vol. 89, No. 51, Ed. 1 Friday, February 20, 2009 (open access)

The Baytown Sun (Baytown, Tex.), Vol. 89, No. 51, Ed. 1 Friday, February 20, 2009

Daily newspaper from Baytown, Texas that includes local, state, and national news along with advertising.
Date: February 20, 2009
Creator: Clements, Clifford E.
Object Type: Newspaper
System: The Portal to Texas History
Today Cedar Hill (Duncanville, Tex.), Vol. 43, No. 38, Ed. 1 Thursday, February 19, 2009 (open access)

Today Cedar Hill (Duncanville, Tex.), Vol. 43, No. 38, Ed. 1 Thursday, February 19, 2009

Weekly newspaper from Duncanville, Texas that includes local, state, and national news along with advertising.
Date: February 19, 2009
Creator: unknown
Object Type: Newspaper
System: The Portal to Texas History
Texas Jewish Post (Fort Worth, Tex.), Vol. 63, No. 6, Ed. 1 Thursday, February 5, 2009 (open access)

Texas Jewish Post (Fort Worth, Tex.), Vol. 63, No. 6, Ed. 1 Thursday, February 5, 2009

Weekly Jewish newspaper from Fort Worth, Texas that includes local, state and national news along with extensive advertising.
Date: February 5, 2009
Creator: Wisch, Rene
Object Type: Newspaper
System: The Portal to Texas History
Dallas Voice (Dallas, Tex.), Vol. 25, No. 39, Ed. 1 Friday, February 13, 2009 (open access)

Dallas Voice (Dallas, Tex.), Vol. 25, No. 39, Ed. 1 Friday, February 13, 2009

Weekly newspaper from Dallas, Texas that includes local, state, and national news and advertising of interest to the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender (LGBT) community.
Date: February 13, 2009
Creator: Nash, Tammye
Object Type: Newspaper
System: The UNT Digital Library
The Dublin Citizen (Dublin, Tex.), Vol. 19, No. 23, Ed. 1 Thursday, February 5, 2009 (open access)

The Dublin Citizen (Dublin, Tex.), Vol. 19, No. 23, Ed. 1 Thursday, February 5, 2009

Weekly newspaper from Dublin, Texas that includes local, state, and national news along with advertising.
Date: February 5, 2009
Creator: unknown
Object Type: Newspaper
System: The Portal to Texas History