Critics rip 's vaccine mandate

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Feb. 6, 2007, 12:32AM

Critics rip 's vaccine mandate

Governor rejects opponents' calls to reverse order

By JANET ELLIOTT

Copyright 2007 Houston Chronicle Austin Bureau

" Meanwhile, speculation swirled about why risked support from

his conservative base by issuing the order. "

" Some political observers said is asserting his independence

and may be trying to raise his national profile as a potential vice

presidential candidate. "

" said her computer was " burning up " with e-mail from other

lawmakers and citizens angered by 's action. Saying that the

public had a right to testify about the issue, said she was

stunned about the decision and worried about the precedent it might

set. "

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