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Opinion roundup from the right: Don’t second-guess Houston decision; keep it simple on tax cuts

This aerial photo shows a view of damage in the wake of Hurricane Harvey, Monday, Aug. 28, 2017, in Corpus Christi, Texas. Harvey hit the coast as a Category 4 hurricane. (Gabe Hernandez/Corpus Christi Caller-Times via AP)

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This aerial photo shows a view of damage in the wake of Hurricane Harvey, Monday, Aug. 28, 2017, in Corpus Christi, Texas. Harvey hit the coast as a Category 4 hurricane. (Gabe Hernandez/Corpus Christi Caller-Times via AP)
By Debbie Lord for The Atlanta Journal Constitution
Aug 29, 2017

A roundup of editorials from the Right includes advice to Republicans not to rewrite the entire tax code, a call to President Donald Trump to veto any bill that would silence WikiLeaks, and a caution not to rush to judgment on the decision not to evacuate Houston.

1. Now's not the time to second-guess Hurricane Harvey evacuation decisions

From the Dallas Morning News: There will be a time to dissect decisions made during this storm, but that time is not now.

2. 'Keep It Simple, Stupid'

From Townhall: Stephen Moore, an economic advisor to President Donald Trump, warns Republicans not to rewrite the tax code this year, but instead to cut taxes now and plan for an overhaul in 2018.

3.  WikiLeaks Continues to Threaten Trump and Congress

From Newsmax: Former U.S. Rep. Ron Paul says the president should make clear he will veto any bill that tries to silence organizations such as WikiLeaks.

For opinions from the opposite side of the political spectrum, click here for a roundup from the Left.

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