I would respectfully disagree. Btw, both my parents were United States Marines - my Dad was a lifer... 30 years. First, we need to address the deficit. I would say that the administration needs to come up with (and adhere to) a budget for ALL programs while making sure there are ample funds for veteran's programs. I wouldn't just start throwing money at ANY program without a realistic budget. Additionally, as relates to veterans, I would hope for a revamped VA before I just poured money into that cesspool of inefficiency. Let's get the deficit addressed first which is only going to happen with unpopular and difficult cuts and doing away with frivolous uncontrolled spending. I'm not saying to kick veterans to the curb. I'm saying that we need to get our house in order before we keep spending additional monies that we don't really have.

I know this is what most parents want for the kids… but if your kid is a amazing athlete or thrives in a sport let’s say for example they are really good a football… and play RB…  Hardin Jefferson may offer a better education than say West Orange Stark or Newton… but the football team is likely to only win 2 games at HJ even with your son… Where are you sending him? West Orange or HJ? (These are total hypothetical scenarios) this is assuming your job and money situation is the same at either school district 

Tickets online or gate?

I think Silsbee beats Lufkin. Once we get around late December, this team will find its stride. I picked Silsbee to make it to state again this year. Same ol threats in Wheatley, Washington, and Yates will be there in the 3rd round thru the Regionals. I really liked the shooting of Silsbee guards in the 1st half. The 2nd half, the inexperience kicked it. Keep playing hard Tigers! 

And put 50% of every dollar saved/cut towards care for our veterans.